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YG09 FRL

2009 Chevrolet Matiz

Black Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,208 mi
Last recorded71,208 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Chevrolet Matiz36,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG09 FRL
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 26 Mar 2026 71,208 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center section slight blow (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Top bush or bearing has slight wear or free play

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

Pass 29 Mar 2025 63,214 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Front and center exhaust brackets broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Top strut mount bearing slight movement

Oil sump pan corroded

Pass 2 Apr 2024 56,837 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 48,864 miles

Both front top strut mount bearings slight movement

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

Pass 18 Mar 2022 42,085 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 36,439 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 18,015 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 15,941 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 13,992 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 11,759 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 10,740 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 9,378 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 8,633 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 7,151 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 6,641 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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YG09 FRL is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz in Black with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YG09 FRL, 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 YG09 FRL registered?

YG09 FRL is a 2009 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 20 March 2009.

Is YG09 FRL safe to buy?

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