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SL59 BVZ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,037 mi
Last recorded24,037 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL59 BVZ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 24,037 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 21,230 miles

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2016 21,230 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front-rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front-rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 17,617 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 14,695 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 14,695 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2013 11,650 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2013 11,650 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 8,931 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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SL59 BVZ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SL59 BVZ, 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 SL59 BVZ registered?

SL59 BVZ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is SL59 BVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL59 BVZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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