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SN59 EFV

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,094 mi
Last recorded37,094 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN59 EFV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 37,094 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2024 34,220 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 31,474 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 27,705 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 23,797 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2021 23,797 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 21,471 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 18,808 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 18,143 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 16,962 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 16,652 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 16,092 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 14,818 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 11,901 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear on inner shoulder.

Pass 11 Sep 2012 8,962 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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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SN59 EFV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 SN59 EFV, 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 SN59 EFV registered?

SN59 EFV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 8 October 2009.

Is SN59 EFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN59 EFV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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