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SW59 FSF

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

40,877 mi
Last recorded40,877 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW59 FSF
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 40,877 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 40,877 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 36,025 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2024 36,023 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (front pipe / flex) (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (top mount) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (top mount) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2023 35,681 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axl front arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2023 35,681 miles

Headlamp aim too high bothsides (4.1.2 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axl front arms (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 35,538 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 35,452 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 35,238 miles

axl coroded

Pass 18 Nov 2019 33,067 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 31,033 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2018 31,020 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn bothsides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 28,318 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 24,632 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 21,779 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 18,908 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 18,908 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 15,476 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2012 13,228 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 13,228 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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SW59 FSF is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SW59 FSF, 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

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What year was SW59 FSF registered?

SW59 FSF is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 30 November 2009.

Is SW59 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW59 FSF shows 20 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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