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VK59 LVB

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

39,794 mi
Last recorded39,794 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 LVB
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 39,794 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front n/s/f and o/s/f top suspension bushes have lift.

Fail 14 Jun 2022 39,794 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure lost structure, 155/65/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front n/s/f and o/s/f top suspension bushes have lift.

Pass 14 Jun 2021 31,376 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2021 31,322 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 22,242 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 22,242 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2019 17,549 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 17,527 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 17,527 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2017 17,372 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 17,372 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2016 16,148 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm, perished (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4mm, perished (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 14,174 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 12,654 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 10,937 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 8,715 miles

Nearside Front 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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VK59 LVB is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 VK59 LVB, 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 VK59 LVB registered?

VK59 LVB is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 8 October 2009.

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