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VK59 VWJ

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,670 mi
Last recorded74,670 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK59 VWJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 74,670 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2026 74,630 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 72,321 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 72,232 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 72,211 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 63,718 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 43,080 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 31,246 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 31,020 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 20,486 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 19,079 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)

slight wear in nearside and off side top mtg

Pass 10 Dec 2013 15,465 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 11,535 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 VWJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VWJ, 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

How do I check the history of VK59 VWJ?

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What year was VK59 VWJ registered?

VK59 VWJ is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is VK59 VWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK59 VWJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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