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FD07 YSA

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Yellow Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

54,838 mi
Last recorded54,838 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD07 YSA
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 54,838 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

various suspension components corroded

Pass 13 Dec 2024 52,848 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2023 50,936 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

rear bumper slightly loose

Fail 14 Dec 2023 50,936 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (4.5.1 (c) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

rear bumper slightly loose

Pass 8 Dec 2022 49,635 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 47,884 miles

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 29 Nov 2021 47,874 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Exhaust system insecure box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 45,724 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 45,724 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 May 2019 40,884 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 May 2019 40,884 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 May 2018 34,364 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 May 2018 34,336 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

engine oil light on while idleing

Pass 23 May 2017 27,469 miles

o/s number plate lamp dim ..........

Pass 26 May 2016 19,814 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

high front brake imbalance

signs of residue around fuel filler neck & tank

Fail 26 May 2016 19,814 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

high front brake imbalance

signs of residue around fuel filler neck & tank

Pass 22 May 2015 8,296 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 3,509 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 3,509 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 2 May 2013 3,264 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 3,113 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 2,870 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 2,600 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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FD07 YSA is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Yellow with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2007 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 39,823 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FD07 YSA, 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 19 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FD07 YSA is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 24 May 2007.

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