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KB55 GJV

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

14,624 mi
Last recorded14,624 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKB55 GJV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 14,624 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2020 14,624 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 12,505 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2019 12,505 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed split on edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear wiper blade poor

Pass 22 Mar 2018 11,009 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2018 11,009 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre thin on edge

Pass 21 Mar 2017 9,036 miles

Offside Front tyre start to split on edge of tread

Fail 17 Mar 2017 9,013 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front tyre start to split on edge of tread

Pass 6 Apr 2016 6,872 miles

light play at o/s steering rack end

Fail 6 Apr 2016 6,872 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

light play at o/s steering rack end

Pass 17 Mar 2015 5,283 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 5,200 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

n/s/f seat belt mechanism needs assistance retracting

Pass 17 Feb 2011 4,152 miles

all tyre sidewalls badly cracked

Fail 17 Feb 2011 4,152 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

all tyre sidewalls badly cracked

Pass 13 Feb 2010 2,765 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 1,811 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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KB55 GJV is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 KB55 GJV, 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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KB55 GJV is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 14 February 2006.

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