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GL09 VWP

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,219 mi
Last recorded92,219 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL09 VWP
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2026 92,219 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 86,815 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of the nearside front to rear pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 79,847 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear of the nearside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 72,935 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2023 72,933 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2022 67,299 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2021 61,972 miles

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

slight play in nearside front strut top mount

slight play in offside front strut top mount

Pass 3 Aug 2020 59,167 miles

slight play in both front strut top mounts

Pass 19 Aug 2019 55,686 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2019 55,686 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 49,789 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 43,538 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 37,572 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 32,052 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 32,052 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 27,177 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 22,795 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 16,575 miles

nearside front tyre wearing low on outer edge

offside front tyre wearing low on both edges

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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GL09 VWP is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL09 VWP, 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 GL09 VWP registered?

GL09 VWP is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 21 August 2009.

Is GL09 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL09 VWP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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