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GV06 CZU

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

52,982 mi
Last recorded52,982 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV06 CZU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 52,982 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 52,982 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 51,967 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 50,025 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

both front ABS rings corroded

clutch pedal has a high bite point and anti slip rubber worn

front exhaust hanger weak/corroded

Fail 30 Jan 2024 49,999 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

both front ABS rings corroded

clutch pedal has a high bite point and anti slip rubber worn

front exhaust hanger weak/corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2023 49,079 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 47,627 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 45,199 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 45,199 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 42,625 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 42,622 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Mar 2019 39,567 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 36,536 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 36,523 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 33,852 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 30,936 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 27,844 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 23,917 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 20,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front wiper blade staring to tear at ends

slight bind from nearside rear hub

Pass 11 Mar 2013 20,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside front wiper blade staring to tear at ends

slight bind from nearside rear hub

Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,201 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear footbrake showing imbalance advise closer inspection

very slight bind from nearside rear brake

Pass 22 Mar 2011 15,211 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

clutch pedal low biting point,poor adjustment

n/s/f tyre outer sidewall scuffed

rear footbrake showing imbalance may need investigation/repair

Pass 23 Mar 2010 11,874 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 9,189 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 9,189 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front wiper blades smearing screen/could be better

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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GV06 CZU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 GV06 CZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV06 CZU registered?

GV06 CZU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 25 March 2006.

Is GV06 CZU safe to buy?

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