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LV59 XGJ

2010 Chevrolet Matiz

Orange Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

35,844 mi
Last recorded35,844 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2010 Chevrolet Matiz36,750 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV59 XGJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2010
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 35,844 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Feb 2026 35,841 miles

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipes to both rear flexible hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front and rear (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 32,856 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 30,247 miles

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

Fail 10 Jan 2024 30,240 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 27,487 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe to flexible hose corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 24,763 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rate of increase differs on applying brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe where it joins rear flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Jan 2022 24,761 miles

Central Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flexible exhaust section leaking (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both joints worn nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rate of increase differs on applying brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe where it joins rear flexible hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 22,889 miles

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

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 20,175 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2018 17,543 miles

Central Front Exhaust mount broken

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 14,858 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 12,586 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2015 10,111 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 7,809 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 5,668 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 5,213 miles

n/s/f tyre slight sidewall damage

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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LV59 XGJ is a 2010 Chevrolet Matiz in Orange with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2010 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 36,750 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 LV59 XGJ, 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 16 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV59 XGJ registered?

LV59 XGJ is a 2010 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 8 January 2010.

Is LV59 XGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV59 XGJ 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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