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HJ59 UCU

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,029 mi
Last recorded26,029 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 UCU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 26,029 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 22,816 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2024 22,816 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2023 19,372 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 15,127 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2022 15,127 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2021 12,136 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 10,063 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2019 7,473 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 5,193 miles

plastic underside covers impede inspection

Fail 19 Jul 2018 5,193 miles

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

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

plastic underside covers impede inspection

Pass 22 Oct 2016 4,879 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 2,729 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2015 2,729 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 2,717 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 2,560 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 2,239 miles

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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HJ59 UCU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 HJ59 UCU, 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 HJ59 UCU registered?

HJ59 UCU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 October 2009.

Is HJ59 UCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HJ59 UCU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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