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SC55 NLT

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

58,487 mi
Last recorded58,487 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC55 NLT
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2026 58,487 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2026 58,487 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 57,790 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 56,586 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 56,586 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2023 55,772 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2023 55,771 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Jan 2022 54,834 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 54,834 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 53,609 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 51,539 miles

Front Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jan 2020 51,537 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 48,005 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Jan 2019 48,005 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 45,263 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 42,601 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 42,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 39,378 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 36,380 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 33,437 miles

Offside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 15 Jan 2014 33,437 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Inner Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 29,161 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2011 25,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 25,434 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 27 Nov 2010 22,152 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 18,715 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 16,860 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 16,860 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 12,408 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 12,408 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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 NLT is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

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 SC55 NLT, 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 NLT registered?

SC55 NLT is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 January 2006.

Is SC55 NLT safe to buy?

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