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FD56 XJW

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

48,158 mi
Last recorded48,158 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD56 XJW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 48,158 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 48,157 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 40,811 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 40,440 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 40,040 miles

Brake pipes coated

Corrosion on all prescribed areas

Corrosion on front/rear sub frames,suspension and brake components

Front Exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 37,775 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 37,775 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 32% (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Replacement recommended (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 35,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 32,122 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 29,405 miles

rear tyres getting low on tread

steering rack damp

Fail 17 Feb 2014 29,405 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres getting low on tread

steering rack damp

Pass 18 Feb 2013 26,823 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 23,966 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 23,966 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 20,932 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 16,408 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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FD56 XJW is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 FD56 XJW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD56 XJW registered?

FD56 XJW is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 February 2007.

Is FD56 XJW safe to buy?

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