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LM09 GZS

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

54,013 mi
Last recorded54,013 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 GZS
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 54,013 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 50,248 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2023 48,998 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strong advice (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strong advice (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general corrosion

Fail 14 Nov 2023 48,998 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strong advice (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strong advice (5.3.4 (a) (i))

general corrosion

Pass 15 Nov 2022 47,905 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 47,315 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 44,732 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight play

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has slight play

Pass 15 May 2019 44,196 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

exhaust flexible mesh areas deteriorating

Pass 14 May 2018 43,660 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 43,103 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 43,103 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 39,450 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 32,413 miles

front exhaust flexi pipe deteriorating

front wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 20 May 2014 25,690 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 18,913 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 10,498 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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LM09 GZS is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LM09 GZS, 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 LM09 GZS registered?

LM09 GZS is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 21 May 2009.

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The MOT history for LM09 GZS shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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