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RV06 XWJ

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

100,370 mi
Last recorded100,370 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV06 XWJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 100,370 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 96,896 miles

slight bind n/s/r brake

Fail 27 Jun 2017 96,896 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

slight bind n/s/r brake

Fail 20 Dec 2016 96,892 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Nearside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2015 96,131 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2014 87,037 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 78,784 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 68,638 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 68,638 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 58,506 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 48,808 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 38,063 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2009 38,058 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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RV06 XWJ is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 RV06 XWJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV06 XWJ registered?

RV06 XWJ is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 15 March 2006.

Is RV06 XWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV06 XWJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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