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FV06 ZLU

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

102,019 mi
Last recorded102,019 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 ZLU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2017 102,019 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 94,301 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 86,747 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 86,601 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 82,737 miles

Front & rear suspension components,rust corrosion

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

Fail 23 Jun 2014 82,737 miles

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

Front & rear suspension components,rust corrosion

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 76,841 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 17 Jun 2013 76,841 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 68,911 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 68,910 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 57,226 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 14 Jun 2010 41,942 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Jun 2010 41,942 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 25,999 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2009 25,871 miles

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

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

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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FV06 ZLU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 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 FV06 ZLU, 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 FV06 ZLU registered?

FV06 ZLU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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The MOT history for FV06 ZLU shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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