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GY09 LJK

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

67,831 mi
Last recorded67,831 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY09 LJK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2019 67,831 miles

Steering box has seepage leak from steering rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2019 67,831 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Steering box has seepage leak from steering rack (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2018 60,997 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2018 60,997 miles

Central Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 13 Dec 2016 53,105 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2016 53,105 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 50,839 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 44,370 miles

Offside headlamp leveler not working

Rear exhaust mount damaged but system still surcure

Fail 28 Feb 2014 44,370 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside headlamp leveler not working

Pass 2 Mar 2013 39,010 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 39,010 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 34,394 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 34,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

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

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)

Offside Rear 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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GY09 LJK is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 GY09 LJK, 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 GY09 LJK registered?

GY09 LJK is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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