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LR09 ECN

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2021
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

64,294 mi
Last recorded64,294 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 ECN
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 3 Aug 2021 64,294 miles

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

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 48,555 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))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 48,555 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2019 44,751 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2019 44,746 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail top mount excessive movement (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail excessive movement (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

OIL LEAK

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2019 44,746 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail top mount excessive movement (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail excessive movement (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

OIL LEAK

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 37,582 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering fluid leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2018 37,582 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake slack adjuster has restricted free movement both sides (1.1.15 (e))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive power steering fluid leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2016 35,599 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly offside + nearside (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Sep 2016 35,599 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly offside + nearside (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 5 Sep 2015 33,072 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 31,141 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 26,151 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING FROM INSIDES.

Fail 12 Sep 2013 26,151 miles

FRONT TYRES WEARING FROM INSIDES.

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

Pass 2 May 2012 14,946 miles

Offside Front 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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LR09 ECN is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 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 LR09 ECN, 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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LR09 ECN is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 April 2009.

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