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YM06 JAU

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

24,220 mi
Last recorded24,220 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM06 JAU
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 24,220 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 23,200 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 22,252 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 21,211 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 20,114 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 18,822 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 18,814 miles

Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outersill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Jul 2020 17,621 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 16,598 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre

Pass 28 Jun 2018 14,974 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 13,802 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 12,252 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 11,054 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 10,679 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 10,081 miles

N/S/R brake binding slightly

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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)

Fail 4 Jul 2013 10,081 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

N/S/R brake binding slightly

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 9,527 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 8,857 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 8,857 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 8,196 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 7,174 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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YM06 JAU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 39,000 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 YM06 JAU, 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 20 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YM06 JAU registered?

YM06 JAU is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 27 July 2006.

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