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LO59 KRJ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,806 mi
Last recorded27,806 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO59 KRJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2026 27,806 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2026 27,806 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 25,163 miles

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess dog bone (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2024 22,813 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2023 19,652 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 16,490 miles

Offside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 29 Dec 2020 14,761 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 13,725 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 13,275 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 12,363 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 12,363 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 11,196 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 9,978 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2014 8,314 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 6,641 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 5,257 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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LO59 KRJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc 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 LO59 KRJ, 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 LO59 KRJ registered?

LO59 KRJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is LO59 KRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO59 KRJ 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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