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LB09 BOV

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

41,135 mi
Last recorded41,135 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB09 BOV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 41,135 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Axle corroded

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

Fail 6 May 2026 41,135 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Both (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Axle corroded

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both side Shoes (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 39,217 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 19 Mar 2024 36,695 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight movement in front suspension top mountings both sides

Fail 14 Mar 2024 36,672 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

slight movement in front suspension top mountings both sides

Pass 17 Mar 2023 34,418 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 33,039 miles
Fail 16 May 2022 33,039 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 27,143 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 27,068 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 26,832 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 25,765 miles

Offside Rear 155/65/13 tyre old& cracked

Fail 13 May 2016 25,765 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear 155/65/13 tyre old& cracked

Pass 21 May 2015 22,722 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 18,670 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

Pass 22 May 2013 15,274 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 12,031 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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LB09 BOV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc 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 LB09 BOV, 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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LB09 BOV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 16 June 2009.

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