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WU09 ZLO

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Bronze Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

57,671 mi
Last recorded57,671 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU09 ZLO
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 57,671 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 57,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2024 51,218 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2024 51,079 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 45,502 miles

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

Offside Front 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))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 44,877 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2022 38,110 miles

Offside Front Upper Strut top bush/mounting worn

Pass 20 Jul 2021 31,629 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 31,629 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2020 25,303 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2020 25,303 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 19,829 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 15,713 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 14,425 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 13,076 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 11,381 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 9,426 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 7,486 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 5,652 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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WU09 ZLO is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Bronze with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WU09 ZLO, 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.

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What year was WU09 ZLO registered?

WU09 ZLO is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is WU09 ZLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU09 ZLO shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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