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VE07 LWT

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

73,296 mi
Last recorded73,296 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE07 LWT
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 73,296 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front discs corroded

Fail 23 Oct 2023 73,288 miles

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front discs corroded

Pass 25 Oct 2022 70,520 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 70,520 miles

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2021 68,042 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) c ()

both out sills correded

Pass 6 Nov 2020 64,689 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 64,689 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 63,574 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 63,574 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2018 60,431 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 53,291 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 53,291 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 47,467 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 39,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 39,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 32,779 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 27,164 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 23,481 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 18,334 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 14,211 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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VE07 LWT is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VE07 LWT, 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.

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VE07 LWT is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 23 April 2007.

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