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AK55 YMJ

2005 Chevrolet Matiz

Blue Petrol 796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

93,988 mi
Last recorded93,988 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2016
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz41,260 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 YMJ
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine796cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2016 93,988 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 89,951 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear 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)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Pass 18 Dec 2014 84,610 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres worn on edges

various brake pipes for corrosion

Fail 18 Dec 2014 84,610 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

various brake pipes for corrosion

Pass 14 Nov 2013 74,252 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside wiper blade

oil level

Pass 19 Nov 2012 64,847 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 54,087 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs pitted inner face

rear exhaust sheild adrift

Fail 24 Sep 2011 54,087 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs pitted inner face

rear exhaust sheild adrift

Fail 25 Sep 2010 44,748 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2010 44,748 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 37,752 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

n/s/f washerjet partially blocked

Fail 26 Sep 2009 37,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

n/s/f washerjet partially blocked

Pass 20 Sep 2008 29,205 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AK55 YMJ is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz in Blue with a 796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 AK55 YMJ, 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.

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AK55 YMJ is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 28 September 2005.

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