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GY59 WHC

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

29,753 mi
Last recorded29,753 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY59 WHC
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 29,753 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lower bumper damaged

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 29 Oct 2025 29,751 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Lower bumper damaged

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 24,189 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2024 24,189 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2023 22,350 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 20,450 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 17,216 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald edges change asap (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald edges change asap (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 11,178 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 6,824 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 6,358 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 6,069 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 5,451 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 4,907 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 4,238 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 3,580 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 3,580 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 2,839 miles

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

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 WHC is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WHC, 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 WHC registered?

GY59 WHC is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is GY59 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY59 WHC shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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