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KC56 JLU

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Green Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

37,722 mi
Last recorded37,722 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC56 JLU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 37,722 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 35,351 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 35,351 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam BOTH (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 32,636 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 32,633 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 30,864 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Nov 2021 30,864 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 29,051 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 27,964 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 26,883 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 26,883 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer pump not working (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 26,166 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner side (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 25,988 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 25,956 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2014 24,668 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 22,589 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 18,048 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 14,720 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 21 May 2010 11,490 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 May 2009 7,802 miles

Offside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 22 May 2009 7,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 May 2008 3,952 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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KC56 JLU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Green with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 KC56 JLU, 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 KC56 JLU registered?

KC56 JLU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is KC56 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC56 JLU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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