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VK07 WJL

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

31,929 mi
Last recorded31,929 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK07 WJL
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 31,929 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s front tyre weorn bald on uinner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 25,572 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Oct 2023 20,469 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 15,178 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 10,548 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 9,771 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 8,292 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 7,277 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 6,566 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 6,566 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 5,921 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 22 Jul 2016 5,921 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 20 Jul 2015 5,228 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 5,228 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 4,570 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 4,570 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 3,927 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 3,246 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 2,606 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 2,019 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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VK07 WJL is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 VK07 WJL, 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 VK07 WJL?

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What year was VK07 WJL registered?

VK07 WJL is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 6 August 2007.

Is VK07 WJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK07 WJL shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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