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2009 Chevrolet Matiz 1.0L Petrol · BJ09 FCV

BJ09 FCV

2009 Chevrolet Matiz (1.0L, petrol). First registered 31/05/2009. Recorded mileage 35,835 miles. MOT valid until 30/05/2027.

Make & Model
CHEVROLET MATIZ
Year / Origin
2009 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 30/05/2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
35,835 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 30/05/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2009
Engine
995cc

BJ09 FCV Key Findings

  • 18 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 21/05/2026
  • 35,835 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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Our database tracks 2 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

BJ09 FCV Mileage History

  1. 11/05/20128,642 mi
  2. 20/05/20138,939 mi+297 mi
  3. 09/05/201413,849 mi+4,910 mi
  4. 07/05/201516,606 mi+2,757 mi
  5. 16/05/201619,533 mi+2,927 mi
  6. 16/05/201619,533 mi
  7. 08/05/201722,289 mi+2,756 mi
  8. 21/05/201824,976 mi+2,687 mi
  9. 20/05/201927,542 mi+2,566 mi
  10. 21/05/201927,542 mi
  11. 20/05/202029,700 mi+2,158 mi
  12. 18/05/202131,003 mi+1,303 mi
  13. 19/05/202131,003 mi
  14. 17/05/202232,261 mi+1,258 mi
  15. 18/05/202333,512 mi+1,251 mi
  16. 16/05/202434,607 mi+1,095 mi
  17. 29/05/202535,235 mi+628 mi
  18. 21/05/202635,835 mi+600 mi

Average of roughly 1,939 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

BJ09 FCV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 10:12
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Chevrolet Matiz (BJ09 FCV) between May 2012 and May 2026.

The record contains 15 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 21 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault abs pick up ring broken (1.6 (b))”.

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