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SC55 HVW

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,762 mi
Last recorded38,762 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 HVW
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2015 38,762 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

Rear exhaust bracket broken

Pass 16 Jan 2014 36,320 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges.

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 32,989 miles

n/s/f brake slightly binding

rear exhaust bracket loose

Pass 14 Jan 2012 29,626 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 26,530 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2011 26,530 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 11 Feb 2010 24,375 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 11 Feb 2010 24,375 miles

Rear Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 21,850 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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SC55 HVW is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 SC55 HVW, 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 SC55 HVW registered?

SC55 HVW is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 20 January 2006.

Is SC55 HVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC55 HVW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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