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Y837 VAY

2001 Daewoo Matiz

Orange Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

56,695 mi
Last recorded56,695 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Daewoo Matiz47,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY837 VAY
MakeDaewoo
ModelMatiz
Year2001
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2024 56,695 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 48,371 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 46,156 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroding around the existing repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

eml illuminated

Fail 29 Jul 2022 46,156 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroding around the existing repair (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

eml illuminated

Pass 23 Jun 2021 42,603 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 40,216 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 39,808 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2019 39,808 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 39,251 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 38,652 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 37,683 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear seat belt not tested.

Pass 8 May 2015 36,845 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 34,827 miles

all tyres age cracked

Pass 27 Apr 2013 32,674 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 30,314 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2012 30,314 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 27,862 miles
Fail 1 May 2010 24,939 miles

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2010 24,939 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 22,076 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 22,076 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 19,427 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 15,823 miles

air bag lamp on

Pass 10 May 2006 12,036 miles

How Reliable is the Daewoo Matiz?

Based on 724,041 MOT tests across 61,622 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
3,889
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
61,622
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 62,507
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,166
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 27,842
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,606
Stop lamp not working 22,245
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Y837 VAY is a 2001 Daewoo Matiz in Orange with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2001 Daewoo Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 47,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Daewoo Matiz fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 62,507 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y837 VAY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Daewoo Matiz typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 25 years old, this Daewoo Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y837 VAY registered?

Y837 VAY is a 2001 Daewoo Matiz, first registered on 31 May 2001.

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