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LR57 CLJ

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,553 mi
Last recorded79,553 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR57 CLJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 79,553 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear axle surface corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2025 76,946 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

n/s/r passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle

Fail 24 Jun 2025 76,946 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

n/s/r passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle

Pass 8 Jul 2024 74,285 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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))

Pass 10 Jul 2023 63,645 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 50,593 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Hand brake has some travel

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

Pass 17 Aug 2021 45,303 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

advise park brake lever travel

Pass 2 Aug 2019 44,411 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 41,906 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 39,899 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 39,899 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 36,878 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 36,878 miles

Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 34,504 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 30,715 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 27,956 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 23,694 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 28 Feb 2011 21,383 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 21,383 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 19,057 miles

Nearside 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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LR57 CLJ is a 2007 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 2007 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 39,823 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 LR57 CLJ, 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 19 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LR57 CLJ registered?

LR57 CLJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 September 2007.

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