CarVerify

Free Car Check

SM59 USX

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Red Petrol 796cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

35,161 mi
Last recorded35,161 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Chevrolet
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM59 USX
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2026 35,161 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2026 35,161 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2025 31,417 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2025 31,417 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2024 27,377 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2024 27,377 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 23,059 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 23,059 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2022 19,462 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2021 16,759 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2021 16,759 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 14,030 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2020 14,026 miles

Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2019 11,121 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 11,051 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 10,490 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jan 2018 8,742 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly damaged Both rear (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 7,435 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 6,176 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 5,915 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2014 4,158 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 2,458 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 1,995 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
Full Chevrolet Matiz reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SM59 USX is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Red with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 SM59 USX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM59 USX?

You can check the full history of SM59 USX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SM59 USX registered?

SM59 USX is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 December 2009.

Is SM59 USX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM59 USX shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM59 USX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SM59 USX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.