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GV09 EKU

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

116,658 mi
Last recorded116,658 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 EKU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 25 Apr 2022 116,658 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire Over the back box falling off resting on the exhaust (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability Shocker top mount excessive play (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 20 Feb 2020 85,239 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 76,831 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 76,831 miles

Offside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2018 71,202 miles

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

Fail 14 Jun 2018 71,201 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2017 66,053 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 66,052 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 57,181 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing not checked

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2016 57,181 miles

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

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing not checked

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 48,573 miles

O/s/r tyre tread on inner edge uneven advise to replace.

Fail 15 Jul 2015 48,573 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/s/r tyre tread on inner edge uneven advise to replace.

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Jul 2014 35,823 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 29,696 miles

Nearside Rear 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 24 Jul 2012 20,902 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 20,902 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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GV09 EKU 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 56.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GV09 EKU, 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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GV09 EKU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 July 2009.

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