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GJ09 ZZB

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

54,981 mi
Last recorded54,981 miles
Recorded on16 May 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ09 ZZB
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2025 54,981 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))

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

Pass 23 May 2024 53,567 miles

Front exhaust mount/hanger very corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive from corroded engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front wipers becoming smeary

Pass 22 May 2023 52,216 miles

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

Nearside front top shock mount / bearing has slight play

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside front top shock mount / bearing has slight play

Pass 19 May 2022 51,608 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 51,100 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn inside edge

Pass 27 May 2020 50,435 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 46,832 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 43,033 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 38,759 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 34,200 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 34,200 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 7 May 2015 31,067 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 26,904 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 22,783 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 17,671 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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GJ09 ZZB is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GJ09 ZZB, 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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What year was GJ09 ZZB registered?

GJ09 ZZB is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 May 2009.

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