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VE59 RZV

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

99,966 mi
Last recorded99,966 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE59 RZV
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 99,966 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2025 95,432 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 88,655 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2023 85,665 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 85,665 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 80,522 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 73,168 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 66,340 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2020 66,340 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jan 2019 59,078 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2019 59,078 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2018 49,506 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 34,499 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 20,139 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 20,139 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 10,693 miles

Front tyres wearing on edges

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2014 3,867 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 3,064 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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VE59 RZV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 VE59 RZV, 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 VE59 RZV registered?

VE59 RZV is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 16 December 2009.

Is VE59 RZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE59 RZV shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE59 RZV have outstanding finance?

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