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MA57 GEK

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,363 mi
Last recorded73,363 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA57 GEK
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 73,363 miles

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 73,330 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS Ring (1.6 (e))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 66,560 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 60,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Sep 2018 60,841 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working Bulb replaced (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 56,400 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 31 Aug 2016 51,615 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 43,608 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 34,347 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 34,347 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

both front tyres starting to perish

Pass 6 Sep 2013 28,371 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust corroded

Pass 8 Sep 2012 23,241 miles

Exhaust corroded.

Pass 13 Sep 2011 17,133 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

offside front tyre showing wear

rear wiper blade split

Pass 10 Sep 2010 12,373 miles

offside and nearside front tyres showing slight wear

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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MA57 GEK is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MA57 GEK, 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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MA57 GEK is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 13 September 2007.

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