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LD06 LWU

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

85,011 mi
Last recorded85,011 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD06 LWU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 85,011 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2024 82,141 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2023 79,319 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2022 76,367 miles

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

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

various corrosion building up underneath of the vehicle

Fail 5 Oct 2022 76,367 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

various corrosion building up underneath of the vehicle

Pass 20 Oct 2021 73,377 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 69,338 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 69,338 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2019 66,155 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 61,128 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 61,127 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 56,859 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 56,859 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 52,245 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 48,238 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front tyre wearing low and perishing sidewall

Pass 15 Oct 2014 44,380 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 42,472 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 39,166 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 35,024 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 30,310 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 27,816 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 25,132 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2009 25,132 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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LD06 LWU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 LD06 LWU, 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 LD06 LWU registered?

LD06 LWU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is LD06 LWU safe to buy?

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