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FG09 HZN

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,533 mi
Last recorded113,533 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG09 HZN
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2022 113,533 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 98,293 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 98,281 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Wishbone play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2020 78,608 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2020 78,582 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both rear (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake drum in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Wheel grabbing (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake drum in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Wheel grabbing (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 77,374 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2018 63,814 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 50,837 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2017 50,837 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2016 37,807 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 25,906 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 20,648 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 20,648 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Mar 2014 18,285 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on outer edges.

Pass 26 Mar 2013 16,635 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 13,128 miles

rear brake imbalance 54% [ strong advise ]

sill covers fitted

wipers juddering

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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FG09 HZN is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 36,213 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 FG09 HZN, 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 17 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FG09 HZN is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 March 2009.

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