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AK05 EWT

2005 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,478 mi
Last recorded40,478 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz41,260 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 EWT
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2017 40,478 miles

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

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 33,789 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 9 Feb 2015 31,597 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 31,590 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 28,723 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 24,804 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing thin on edges

Fail 7 Feb 2013 24,804 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

o/s/f tyre wearing thin on edges

Pass 17 Feb 2012 20,863 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 19,742 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 16,880 miles

front brakes 24% out of balance

Fail 12 Mar 2009 16,880 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2008 13,169 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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AK05 EWT is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Chevrolet Matiz models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 41,260 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 AK05 EWT, 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 21 years old, this Chevrolet Matiz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK05 EWT registered?

AK05 EWT is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is AK05 EWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 EWT shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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