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NL59 VGU

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

37,005 mi
Last recorded37,005 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2016
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL59 VGU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2016 37,005 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 37,005 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 32,132 miles

under trays fitted, obscuring the view of some components

Fail 30 Sep 2015 32,132 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexy (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade damaged (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake application uneven slow to react (3.7.B.2)

under trays fitted, obscuring the view of some components

Fail 9 Oct 2014 26,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 26,789 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 20,036 miles

Nearside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

corroded exhaust hanger and flexy

Pass 3 Oct 2013 20,036 miles

corroded exhaust hanger and flexy

Pass 4 Oct 2012 15,168 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outside edges

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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NL59 VGU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 NL59 VGU, 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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What year was NL59 VGU registered?

NL59 VGU is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is NL59 VGU safe to buy?

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