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LM09 MZL

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

116,942 mi
Last recorded116,942 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM09 MZL
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2018 116,942 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 113,900 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 6 Sep 2017 113,900 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 112,691 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex Pipe (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 83,539 miles

under body has some surface rust

Pass 25 Jun 2014 76,514 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine oil over filled

Fail 11 Jun 2014 76,096 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

engine oil over filled

Pass 4 Jan 2013 61,940 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Jan 2013 61,882 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside front tyre

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 MZL is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MZL, 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 MZL registered?

LM09 MZL is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 15 May 2009.

Is LM09 MZL safe to buy?

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