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FY59 GJE

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,007 mi
Last recorded71,007 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY59 GJE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019 71,007 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2018 65,914 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 65,914 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged reluctor ring on cv joint (1.6 (e))

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2017 63,988 miles

Nearside Front strut top has alot of movment (poss bearing collapsed)

Nearside Front tyre is on 3mm 155/65/13

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

slight leak from gearbox

slight play in steering column

steering rack is leaking fluid

Fail 21 Oct 2017 63,929 miles

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

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

Exhaust system not adequately supported 2 hangers corroded off (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front strut top has alot of movment (poss bearing collapsed)

Nearside Front tyre is on 3mm 155/65/13

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

slight leak from gearbox

slight play in steering column

steering rack is leaking fluid

Pass 17 Oct 2016 59,324 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 54,041 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 47,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front 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 18 Sep 2013 34,433 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 24,415 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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FY59 GJE is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY59 GJE, 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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FY59 GJE is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 19 September 2009.

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