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LO59 FMJ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

73,464 mi
Last recorded73,464 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO59 FMJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 73,464 miles

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 71,970 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2023 69,493 miles

Exhaust corroded (back box)

Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 69,491 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Exhaust corroded (back box)

Exhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 65,939 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 62,420 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2021 62,420 miles

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 60,307 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2020 60,307 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2019 57,729 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 53,570 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 10 Oct 2017 49,086 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 43,901 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Oct 2015 38,821 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 34,548 miles

nearside front tyre outer wall slight damage

Pass 25 Nov 2013 32,526 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 25,774 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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LO59 FMJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 LO59 FMJ, 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 LO59 FMJ registered?

LO59 FMJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 10 December 2009.

Is LO59 FMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO59 FMJ shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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