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RY55 YGX

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

47,841 mi
Last recorded47,841 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 YGX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 47,841 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2024 45,046 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2024 45,046 miles

Driver's view of an obligatory external mirror significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2023 43,177 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2023 43,177 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2022 40,373 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 40,373 miles

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

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

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Oct 2021 37,060 miles

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

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

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

under vehicle protected with under sealant

Pass 19 Nov 2020 34,182 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 33,879 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 33,382 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 31,775 miles

Front Exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

Fail 16 Mar 2018 31,773 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front Exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

Pass 10 Mar 2017 30,702 miles

Front exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

Fail 6 Mar 2017 30,652 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 38% (3.7.B.5b)

Front exhaust bracket broken but system still secure

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On limit...Replacement recommended...165/65/13 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 29,055 miles

Front exhaust hanger corroded & broken

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 29,055 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front exhaust hanger corroded & broken

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @ 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 27,657 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 25,277 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 25,277 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 23,138 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Mar 2013 23,138 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Mar 2012 20,978 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 18,931 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 17,096 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 16,287 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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RY55 YGX is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 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 RY55 YGX, 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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What year was RY55 YGX registered?

RY55 YGX is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 January 2006.

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