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GL55 VMT

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

27,329 mi
Last recorded27,329 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 VMT
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 27,329 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2024 24,868 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 24,305 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2023 24,305 miles

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 22,184 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 19,324 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2020 12,804 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 12,627 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 12,324 miles

Speedometer dial glass slightly damaged (6.7.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 12,081 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 11,795 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 11,316 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 10,992 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 10,992 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,625 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s/r brake drum has restricted movement

Pass 15 Mar 2012 10,212 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 9,662 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 8,937 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 8,154 miles

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)

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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GL55 VMT is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 GL55 VMT, 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 GL55 VMT registered?

GL55 VMT is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 January 2006.

Is GL55 VMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL55 VMT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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