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YY07 VFM

2007 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,792 mi
Last recorded96,792 miles
Recorded on10 May 2021
Typical for 2007 Chevrolet Matiz39,823 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY07 VFM
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2021 96,792 miles

corrosion on rear brake pipes (both sides)

Pass 6 May 2020 93,913 miles

Rear engine mounting rubber bush splitting

Rear shock absorbers upper bushes have movement in them

corrosion on all rear metal brake pipes no signs of any leaks at time of test

exhaust front pipe/flexi joint in poor condition and blowing slightly

Pass 17 May 2019 87,400 miles

fuel filter heavily corroded

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

front pipe flexible joint in poor condition

Pass 18 May 2018 78,493 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 72,507 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Front Exhaust deteriorated

Rear Both tyres wearing inner edge and cracking

Wipers blades slightly worn

Fail 4 May 2017 72,507 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Engine management light on

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Front Exhaust deteriorated

Rear Both tyres wearing inner edge and cracking

Wipers blades slightly worn

Pass 24 May 2016 66,194 miles

Driver seat slight damage

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 May 2016 66,194 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Driver seat slight damage

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 May 2015 59,016 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 51,938 miles

Rear exhaust mounting clamp deteriorated/weak

Pass 22 May 2013 45,391 miles
Fail 22 May 2013 45,390 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 16 May 2012 37,669 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 29,969 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 22,563 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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YY07 VFM is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YY07 VFM, 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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YY07 VFM is a 2007 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 29 June 2007.

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