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RX09 GYZ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

36,803 mi
Last recorded36,803 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX09 GYZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2026 36,803 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2025 36,130 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 12 Sep 2025 36,129 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. Rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged Cracked (1.6 (c))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 35,318 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 35,318 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 34,550 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2023 34,547 miles

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 33,746 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 33,746 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 33,232 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 32,644 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 32,644 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2019 32,224 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 31,089 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 30,452 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 29,871 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 29,417 miles

oil leak

Fail 22 Mar 2016 29,415 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

oil leak

Pass 24 Mar 2015 27,383 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 27,382 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 26,942 miles

fuel filter clip replaced with split pins

Fail 2 Apr 2014 26,942 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

brakes squealing

Pass 11 Apr 2013 24,763 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 19,219 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 19,219 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

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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RX09 GYZ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 RX09 GYZ, 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 RX09 GYZ registered?

RX09 GYZ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is RX09 GYZ safe to buy?

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