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FY09 FVW

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

27,593 mi
Last recorded27,593 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY09 FVW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 27,593 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 23,139 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 23,134 miles

Front Service brake imbalanced across an axle 46% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 17,009 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Mar 2024 17,009 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Apr 2023 10,365 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 10,242 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 8,154 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 7,996 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 7,996 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 7,774 miles
Fail 31 May 2018 7,774 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2017 7,490 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 7,078 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 6,547 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 5,935 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 5,423 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 May 2013 5,423 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 5,233 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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FY09 FVW is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FY09 FVW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY09 FVW registered?

FY09 FVW is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 May 2009.

Is FY09 FVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY09 FVW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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