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SB59 MWZ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2019
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

53,127 mi
Last recorded53,127 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2018
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB59 MWZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2018 53,127 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear wiper arm missing

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (3.5.1i)

o/s/r and n/s/r brake pipes corroding

windscreen scored

Fail 6 Jan 2018 53,127 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear wiper arm missing

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f and n/s/f (3.5.1i)

o/s/r and n/s/r brake pipes corroding

windscreen scored

Pass 6 Jan 2017 45,645 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing noisy

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 5 Jan 2017 45,642 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing noisy

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 2 Feb 2016 39,782 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 39,782 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 3 Feb 2015 33,466 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2015 33,466 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 25,885 miles

clutch stiff to operate (possibly pressure plate fault)

Fail 27 Jan 2014 25,885 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

clutch stiff to operate (possibly pressure plate fault)

light scores on screen (suggest new wiper blade) also rear wiper blade torn

Pass 29 Jan 2013 19,159 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 19,159 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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SB59 MWZ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SB59 MWZ, 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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SB59 MWZ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 December 2009.

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