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ML09 ZCX

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

86,760 mi
Last recorded86,760 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML09 ZCX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc
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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 86,760 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 11 Oct 2023 86,760 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 76,589 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2022 76,588 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 67,961 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Front mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer rear mount (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Sill covers fitted

Fail 9 Oct 2021 67,916 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Front mount corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer rear mount (6.1.2 (a))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Sill covers fitted

Pass 17 Oct 2020 54,992 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 44,348 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 42,829 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 40,898 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 40,898 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 May 2016 39,192 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 May 2015 37,077 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 18 May 2015 37,076 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 35,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

nearside rear brake has slight bind

Pass 15 May 2013 33,274 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 29 May 2012 31,123 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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ML09 ZCX is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 ML09 ZCX, 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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ML09 ZCX is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 1 June 2009.

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