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GU59 KBE

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,886 mi
Last recorded80,886 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 KBE
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 80,886 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 80,886 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 69,866 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 56,840 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2023 56,840 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2022 46,852 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 34,222 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2020 33,303 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2019 31,181 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 28,183 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 25,068 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 21,544 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 18,369 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 15,180 miles

Both front tyres showing wear on inner and outer edges.. Slight binding on n/s/r brake when spun by hand.

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 12,501 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 8,957 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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GU59 KBE is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GU59 KBE, 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 GU59 KBE registered?

GU59 KBE is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 4 September 2009.

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