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LO09 VSY

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,749 mi
Last recorded83,749 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO09 VSY
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 83,749 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 57,646 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 46,905 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2023 44,336 miles

Engine oil overfull,

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

Fail 17 Apr 2023 44,336 miles

Engine oil overfull,

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2022 41,412 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 38,493 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2021 38,493 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure mounting insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability top mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Macpherson strut insecure and impairing directional stability top mount (5.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2020 35,805 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2020 35,804 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring (1.6 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 32,284 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 28,057 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 23,876 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 23,329 miles

Offside Rear tyre sidewall perrished

Pass 13 Feb 2016 20,055 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 15,558 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 15,453 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 15,453 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 14,443 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 11,920 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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LO09 VSY is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LO09 VSY, 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 LO09 VSY registered?

LO09 VSY is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 24 July 2009.

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