2006 Chevrolet Matiz 0.8L Petrol · NL06 AEO
2006 Chevrolet Matiz (0.8L, petrol). First registered 21 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 46,401 miles. MOT expired on 01 Feb 2023.
- Make & Model
- CHEVROLET MATIZ
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Feb 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,401 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 0.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
NL06 AEO Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/01/2022
- 46,401 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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Known faults for Chevrolet Matiz
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NL06 AEO Mileage History
- 18/01/202246,401 mi
- 19/01/202246,401 mi
Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
NL06 AEO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Chevrolet Matiz (NL06 AEO) between January 2022 and January 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 January 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
We would caution strongly against buying this 2006 Chevrolet Matiz (NL06AEO) without a thorough independent inspection. Its MOT history shows serious structural corrosion and repeated failures that suggest deferred maintenance and underlying condition issues.
Given the 2021 MOT failure recording corrosion to the extent that the rigidity of the rear sills was significantly reduced on both sides, any buyer should insist on a professional structural inspection before purchase. The same test also noted an insecure rear exhaust and non-working offside dipped beam headlamp, so confirm all repairs were carried out properly and request evidence such as invoices. Negotiate firmly on price, as a 20-year-old budget car with this history is unlikely to command strong resale value and may require ongoing investment.
The 796cc petrol engine in this Matiz is among the smallest on UK roads, so fuel costs should be low, with lightweight city driving likely returning strong economy. As a 2006 vehicle, road tax will fall into one of the older lower bands, and insurance groups for the Matiz are typically minimal, making it cheap to cover. Estimated annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance and typical maintenance are around £700-£900, though unexpected corrosion or exhaust repairs could push this higher.
Pay close attention to the rear sill areas, as the January 2021 MOT recorded vehicle structure corroded to the extent that rigidity was significantly reduced on both nearside and offside rear sills; check for fresh welding, filler, or recurring rust. The 2022 failure noted offside front inner and offside rear tyres below 1.6mm, a nearside front service brake excessively binding, and a major rear exhaust gas leak, so verify tyres, brake freedom, and exhaust integrity closely. Also note the 2021 parking brake efficiency below requirement and 2020 worn suspension bushes and corroded brake pipe, meaning the braking and suspension systems warrant a careful road test and ramp inspection.
This blue 796cc petrol Chevrolet Matiz was first registered in March 2006 and has covered a modest 46,401 miles as of its last 2022 MOT. However, the history reveals two MOT failures in 2021 and 2022, including significant structural corrosion to both rear sills and a major exhaust leak. While the most recent passed test in January 2022 shows no defects, the prior records indicate this small city car has needed substantial corrective work.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Chevrolet Matiz, so assessment is limited to this vehicle's individual history.
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