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FG06 EPJ

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

51,653 mi
Last recorded51,653 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG06 EPJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 51,653 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Possible coolant leak

Rear Axle Bushes slightly worn

Rear Axle Slight Corrosion

Pass 10 Jul 2024 41,871 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 32,207 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Jul 2023 32,207 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Inner Brake lining(s) wearing thin pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2022 25,228 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2022 25,228 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 24,919 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 19,844 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 17,650 miles

Offside Rear Slight play in O/S/R wheel bearing

Rear Tyres close to limit

Pass 15 Aug 2016 15,689 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 13,152 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Aug 2014 11,964 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 11,160 miles

slight inbalance on rear brakes

Pass 28 Aug 2012 9,682 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 8,209 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 6,794 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 5,376 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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FG06 EPJ is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 FG06 EPJ, 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 FG06 EPJ registered?

FG06 EPJ is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 March 2006.

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The MOT history for FG06 EPJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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