2003 Daewoo Matiz 1.0L Petrol · GY52 AEE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 8 November 2025 at 71,002 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the record shows a consistent pattern of passing tests without any recorded defects or advisories. It is unusual that the vehicle failed on 4 November 2025 and 23 October 2024, yet the records list no specific defects for those failures. This suggests the failures were likely due to administrative issues or the vehicle not being presented, rather than mechanical faults. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 23 year old car, averaging roughly 3,087 miles per year. There was a significant increase in usage between 23 October 2023 and 24 October 2024, where the odometer rose from 53,087 to 62,586 miles. This represents a jump of nearly 9,500 miles in a single year, which is triple the historical average. More recently, the vehicle covered 8,416 miles between October 2024 and November 2025, indicating a shift toward more regular use. A buyer should focus on components that degrade regardless of mileage, particularly given the car's age. While the MOT history is clean, the low overall mileage often points to periods of standing. You should inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and check the rubber suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for perishing or cracking. Verify the structural integrity of the chassis and sills for rust, as the DVSA records do not mention corrosion, but older Matiz models are prone to structural oxidation. Check the engine oil and coolant condition to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from long-term stagnation. The lack of advisories over the last three years is positive, but a physical check of the fluid levels and belt condition is necessary to confirm the current owner has maintained the vehicle beyond the basic MOT requirements.