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LY07 XAJ

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

98,550 mi
Last recorded98,550 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY07 XAJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 98,550 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 95,163 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2023 93,787 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 92,062 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 90,075 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 88,083 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Dec 2020 88,083 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 83,166 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 79,062 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 79,062 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2017 72,780 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 72,780 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 59,380 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 48,755 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 33,986 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 25,552 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 23,306 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 23,306 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 22,275 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 17,054 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2010 17,054 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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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LY07 XAJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 LY07 XAJ, 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 LY07 XAJ registered?

LY07 XAJ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 July 2007.

Is LY07 XAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY07 XAJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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