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YY56 HLP

2006 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests30 (17 pass, 13 fail)
Pass rate56.7%

Mileage

36,473 mi
Last recorded36,473 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Chevrolet Matiz39,000 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY56 HLP
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 13 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 36,473 miles

both front bottom arms very rusty

rear subframe very rusty

Fail 11 Nov 2025 36,461 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

both front bottom arms very rusty

rear subframe very rusty

Pass 20 Nov 2024 35,833 miles

both front bottom suspension arms very rusty

rear axal very rusty

Fail 18 Nov 2024 35,833 miles

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

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

both front bottom suspension arms very rusty

rear axal very rusty

Pass 14 Nov 2023 34,913 miles

both sills and sill backs rusty

Fail 14 Nov 2023 34,913 miles

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

both sills and sill backs rusty

Pass 29 Nov 2022 34,268 miles

Offside sill getting rusty

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

Fail 29 Nov 2022 34,268 miles

Offside sill getting rusty

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 33,749 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2021 33,748 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 20 Nov 2020 33,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 33,353 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 32,789 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres ae cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

anti roll bar stabilizer bar slightly loose

Fail 14 Nov 2019 32,789 miles

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres ae cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

anti roll bar stabilizer bar slightly loose

Pass 14 Nov 2018 31,760 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 30,393 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 30,392 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 29,593 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 29,590 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

oil lesk

Pass 1 Dec 2015 28,428 miles

oil leak

Fail 30 Nov 2015 28,426 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded hub (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

o/s/f tyre worn inside

oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2014 27,098 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 27,095 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Nov 2013 25,320 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Fail 12 Nov 2013 25,317 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 14 Nov 2012 23,015 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 20,099 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Nov 2011 20,097 miles

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 15,216 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 11,353 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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YY56 HLP is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YY56 HLP, 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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YY56 HLP is a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 16 November 2006.

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