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PN56 TJU

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2021
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,630 mi
Last recorded82,630 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2020
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN56 TJU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2020 82,630 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion on rear axle but not seriously weakened

rear wiper torn

signs of slight oil leak

sump has corrosion, but not seriously weakened

Pass 13 Dec 2019 82,010 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion outside prescribed areas but not excessive

Pass 10 Nov 2018 78,289 miles

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

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

fuel tank brackets corroded

parking brake has little reserve travell

Fail 10 Nov 2018 78,289 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

fuel tank brackets corroded

parking brake has little reserve travell

Pass 14 Nov 2017 59,228 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Nov 2017 59,228 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Nov 2016 47,187 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear tyres worn

wiper blades worn

Fail 11 Nov 2016 47,187 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

rear tyres worn

wiper blades worn

Pass 10 Nov 2015 39,943 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

front brake balance only to requirements

Pass 3 Nov 2014 34,212 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 3 Nov 2014 34,212 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2013 30,562 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 30,562 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 27,310 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 27,310 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2011 24,479 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 21,038 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 16,918 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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PN56 TJU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 39,000 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 PN56 TJU, 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 20 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PN56 TJU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 December 2006.

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