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SO56 BJV

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

46,891 mi
Last recorded46,891 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2015
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO56 BJV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2015 46,891 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 46,891 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 41,468 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 41,468 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

o/s/r door stiff

Fail 12 Feb 2013 35,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 35,850 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 29,946 miles

advise offside lower ball jiont dust cover split

Pass 2 Feb 2011 23,425 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

noise from engine drive belt area

Fail 28 Jan 2011 23,423 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

noise from engine drive belt area

Pass 24 Feb 2010 19,339 miles

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

clutch slipping

Fail 22 Feb 2010 19,338 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

clutch slipping

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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SO56 BJV is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 2007 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 39,823 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 SO56 BJV, 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 19 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 SO56 BJV?

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What year was SO56 BJV registered?

SO56 BJV is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is SO56 BJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO56 BJV shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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