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RA57 BYZ

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

41,895 mi
Last recorded41,895 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 BYZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 41,895 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 41,833 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2019 36,196 miles

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

Fail 21 May 2019 36,196 miles

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

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

Pass 8 May 2018 32,357 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 30,790 miles

Offside Front tyre cracked and perished

Offside Rear tyre cracked and perished

Fail 1 Nov 2017 30,790 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front tyre cracked and perished

Offside Rear tyre cracked and perished

Pass 11 Nov 2016 25,419 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2015 19,346 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 19,346 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 13,601 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 8,833 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 8,833 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 8,342 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 7,247 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 5,262 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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RA57 BYZ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 RA57 BYZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RA57 BYZ registered?

RA57 BYZ is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is RA57 BYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA57 BYZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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