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VE59 BNY

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Orange Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,839 mi
Last recorded63,839 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE59 BNY
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 63,839 miles

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread

Fail 28 Jan 2017 63,839 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust blowing from front lower flexible pipe/front exhaust hanger detached/corroded

n/s/r tyre getting low on tread

slight binding of front brake (recommend brake check)

Pass 17 Oct 2015 56,870 miles

exhaust mounting bracket deteriorated

Fail 17 Oct 2015 56,870 miles

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

exhaust mounting bracket deteriorated

Pass 18 Dec 2014 50,234 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

engine sump badly corroded

front exhaust mounting bracket corroded through

Pass 29 Oct 2013 43,243 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 29 Oct 2013 43,243 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 30,212 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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VE59 BNY is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Orange with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 VE59 BNY, 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 VE59 BNY registered?

VE59 BNY is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 11 December 2009.

Is VE59 BNY safe to buy?

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