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GY59 AXU

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

5,758 mi
Last recorded5,758 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 AXU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 5,758 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on tread shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on tread shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2025 5,727 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Aug 2025 5,720 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 5,625 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 5,356 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 5,058 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 4,725 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 3,892 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 3,323 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 3,323 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 3,076 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2017 2,862 miles

light corrosion to front suspension components

Fail 24 Aug 2017 2,862 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

light corrosion to front suspension components

Pass 26 Aug 2016 2,497 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 2,177 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 1,717 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 1,334 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 1,333 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Aug 2012 912 miles

nearside and offside front wiper blades worn but still clearing windscreen.

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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GY59 AXU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GY59 AXU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GY59 AXU registered?

GY59 AXU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 8 September 2009.

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The MOT history for GY59 AXU shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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