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VK59 LVG

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

33,107 mi
Last recorded33,107 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 LVG
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 33,107 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 24,805 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2023 23,138 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 21,632 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 20,641 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe slightly corroded leading into flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 20,319 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 19,862 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2018 18,538 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2018 18,538 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 16,746 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 16,746 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 19 Oct 2016 15,871 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 14,241 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 11,984 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 10,146 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 7,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 7,491 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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VK59 LVG is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 VK59 LVG, 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 LVG registered?

VK59 LVG is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 22 October 2009.

Is VK59 LVG safe to buy?

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