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EX56 SZR

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

13,699 mi
Last recorded13,699 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 SZR
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 13,699 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 12,411 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 11,643 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all four tyres slighley perished in tread

Fail 29 Mar 2024 11,643 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

all four tyres slighley perished in tread

Pass 13 Apr 2023 11,014 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2022 10,235 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 9,114 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 8,129 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 8,115 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 7,516 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 6,310 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 6,174 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 5,902 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 5,547 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2014 5,113 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jan 2014 5,113 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 4,860 miles

Rear exhaust box has slight corrosion

Rear wiper split

Pass 9 Jan 2012 4,382 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 3,660 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 2,772 miles

How Reliable is the Chevrolet Matiz?

Based on 487,981 MOT tests across 31,339 vehicles.

70.8%
Pass Rate
3,495
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
31,339
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,486
brake binding 11,247
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,488
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 5,877
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 5,113
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EX56 SZR is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 39,000 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Chevrolet Matiz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,486 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX56 SZR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Chevrolet Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX56 SZR registered?

EX56 SZR is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is EX56 SZR safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX56 SZR shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX56 SZR have outstanding finance?

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