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SF09 JHX

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

54,926 mi
Last recorded54,926 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2023
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF09 JHX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2023 54,926 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 52,034 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2021 50,443 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 50,441 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded VISIBLE BRAKE PIPES AT REAR OF VEHICLE EXCESSIVELY CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jul 2020 49,617 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2020 49,617 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 44,228 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 44,228 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 35,617 miles

Central Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Fail 5 Apr 2018 35,616 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring broken (3.4.2)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ABS ring broken (3.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Central Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 24,078 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 8,428 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 7,282 miles

floating top strut mounts

Pass 1 May 2014 6,094 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 4,796 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 3,692 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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SF09 JHX is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 SF09 JHX, 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 SF09 JHX registered?

SF09 JHX is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 8 May 2009.

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