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GV09 ZNJ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,701 mi
Last recorded74,701 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV09 ZNJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 74,701 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 71,310 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front strut top mounting worn

Pass 9 Jun 2021 67,940 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 67,921 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 64,567 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both - pitted & delaminated on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Slight imbalance on brakes - O/S lagging

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 59,190 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2019 59,190 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 51,863 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear seats ()

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

engine oil over full

Pass 3 Jul 2017 45,698 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 38,089 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2016 38,089 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2015 32,386 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 27,292 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 20,980 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

near side outer sill damaged but not holes

play in front top mount bush

Pass 27 Jun 2012 15,574 miles

n/s/r tyre slightly feathered inner edge

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 ZNJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GV09 ZNJ, 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 GV09 ZNJ registered?

GV09 ZNJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 August 2009.

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