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WJ57 SVR

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,393 mi
Last recorded24,393 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ57 SVR
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 24,393 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 23,891 miles

Engine oil sump heavily corroded

Exhaust flexible pipe deteriorated

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2023 23,398 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower and trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 22,821 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front lower arms and rear trailing arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 22,038 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 21,675 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 21,504 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2018 21,181 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 20,556 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 19,406 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 4 Nov 2016 19,406 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 17,651 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 14,942 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 14,938 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 12,190 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 9,094 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 7,112 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 5,612 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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WJ57 SVR is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WJ57 SVR, 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.

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What year was WJ57 SVR registered?

WJ57 SVR is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 20 September 2007.

Is WJ57 SVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ57 SVR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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