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GJ56 CTO

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

74,258 mi
Last recorded74,258 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 CTO
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 74,258 miles
Fail 22 May 2020 74,253 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2016 69,709 miles

Oil leak from engine ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 9 Nov 2015 65,564 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

nearside rear wheel bearing noisy

Pass 7 Nov 2014 61,273 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 57,144 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 53,874 miles

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 1 Nov 2011 50,932 miles

engine sump corroded and leaking oil

o/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r tyre worn close to legal limits

Fail 1 Nov 2011 50,932 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

engine sump corroded and leaking oil

o/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r tyre worn close to legal limits

Pass 8 Nov 2010 43,219 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 Nov 2009 34,132 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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GJ56 CTO is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 GJ56 CTO, 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.

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What year was GJ56 CTO registered?

GJ56 CTO is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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