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HJ59 XHF

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

54,757 mi
Last recorded54,757 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2022
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 XHF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2022 54,757 miles

Exhaust clamp insecure unlikely to be detached

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

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2022 54,755 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Road wheel badly distorted Both (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust clamp insecure unlikely to be detached

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

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2021 45,505 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. may require to attention, just pass the 16% (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and has cuts on centre ,may require to attention (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play may require to attention (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play may require to attention (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 42,953 miles

Front tyres wearing on outer edges

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Sep 2020 42,953 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure silencer corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Front tyres wearing on outer edges

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 41,212 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 38,912 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 36,905 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 34,649 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 34,649 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' air fresheners (8.3.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 31,613 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 25,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Sep 2014 25,626 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 20,440 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 20,439 miles

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 13,964 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 XHF is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HJ59 XHF, 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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HJ59 XHF is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 25 September 2009.

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