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HW59 FWN

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,759 mi
Last recorded26,759 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW59 FWN
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 26,759 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 25,659 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Nov 2024 25,659 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 24,863 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 24,863 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 23,669 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))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 21,685 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2020 20,978 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 20,297 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 18,231 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 18,231 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2017 17,325 miles

front tyres starting to perish

Pass 18 Nov 2016 15,129 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 151,124 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 13,378 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 11,846 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 10,668 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)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 8,715 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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HW59 FWN is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 HW59 FWN, 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 HW59 FWN registered?

HW59 FWN is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is HW59 FWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW59 FWN shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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