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HG56 XKZ

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

56,534 mi
Last recorded56,534 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG56 XKZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 56,534 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 53,700 miles

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2023 51,214 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centre treads (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear outer light cluster unit damage and inadequate repairs has been carried out

front exhaust down pipe hanger bracket broken

Pass 18 Nov 2022 48,827 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2021 45,584 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2020 42,921 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear top rubber mounts rubber (5.3.2 (c))

front exhaust mount bracket detoriarated

Pass 28 Nov 2019 40,172 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 37,367 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2017 34,116 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 34,114 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 33,653 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 31,313 miles

Nearside Front Inner edge worn

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front inner edge bald

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Tyres Perished

Pass 20 Nov 2014 28,272 miles

Both rear tyres old & perishing

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside rear brake binding slightly as wheel stiff to turn

Wipers smearing screen

Fail 21 Nov 2013 25,180 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Nov 2013 25,180 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 21,377 miles

slight oil leak coming from oil filter area

very slight movement in offside front bottom ball joint

Pass 9 Nov 2011 17,602 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 14,570 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 14,570 miles

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)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 10,394 miles

front tyres worn inner edges

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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HG56 XKZ is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 39,000 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 HG56 XKZ, 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 20 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HG56 XKZ registered?

HG56 XKZ is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 November 2006.

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