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LO09 VUM

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,942 mi
Last recorded18,942 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO09 VUM
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 18,942 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 18,898 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 18,815 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2023 18,815 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))

Rear Bumper likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 18,721 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 18,647 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 18,442 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 18,405 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 18,330 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 18,280 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 18,131 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 18,048 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. O/S/R AND SLIGHTLY BINDING (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 18,025 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 17,988 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2012 17,831 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2012 17,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 15,824 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2011 15,824 miles

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)

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 VUM is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VUM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LO09 VUM registered?

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

Is LO09 VUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO09 VUM shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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