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LR59 XJB

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2025
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

75,681 mi
Last recorded75,681 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR59 XJB
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 75,681 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 75,681 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged abs ring broken (1.6 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 65,861 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 65,856 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced bodysill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 58,928 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 58,926 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2021 53,008 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 53,008 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2020 51,627 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2020 51,621 miles

Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush both rear shock absorbers (5.3.2 (c))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture o/s& n/s front metal pipes (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2019 49,313 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2019 49,311 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 45,395 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Aug 2018 45,390 miles

Emissions not tested due to fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 42,168 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 37,860 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 37,855 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 32,936 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 26,992 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 20,433 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 15,214 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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LR59 XJB is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 LR59 XJB, 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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LR59 XJB is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 19 September 2009.

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