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AO55 LPY

2005 Chevrolet Matiz

Silver Petrol 995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

77,603 mi
Last recorded77,603 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2021
Typical for 2005 Chevrolet Matiz41,260 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 LPY
MakeChevrolet
ModelMatiz
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 26 Jul 2021 77,603 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe into rear silencer box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 73,963 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under body & suspension component surface rust

Pass 4 Sep 2019 70,826 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2019 70,826 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill, seat belt stork is part of seat frame (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 66,728 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge far outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Aug 2018 66,704 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases At flexible (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at rear flexible (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 61,922 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 61,922 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2016 53,234 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 51,344 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 51,344 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 47,491 miles

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

nearside front abs ringer broken but abs light not on

offside front abs ring rusty

Fail 7 Sep 2013 47,491 miles

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

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

nearside front abs ringer broken but abs light not on

offside front abs ring rusty

Pass 8 Sep 2012 41,160 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2011 35,647 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 29,899 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 24,288 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 24,288 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 18,516 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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AO55 LPY is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz in Silver with a 995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 AO55 LPY, 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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AO55 LPY is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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