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LB59 PVA

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Dec 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,162 mi
Last recorded16,162 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB59 PVA
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 16,162 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 16,045 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 16,045 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2023 15,773 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 15,773 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 15,502 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 15,204 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 14,809 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 14,389 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2019 14,389 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2018 13,516 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2018 13,516 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Dec 2017 12,259 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 11,335 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 9,947 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 8,513 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 6,856 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 5,120 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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LB59 PVA is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 995cc 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 LB59 PVA, 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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What year was LB59 PVA registered?

LB59 PVA is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 December 2009.

Is LB59 PVA safe to buy?

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