2009 Chevrolet Matiz 1.0L Petrol · CK09 DCE

The 2009 Chevrolet Matiz currently holds no valid MOT, having failed its most recent test on 22 May 2026 at 62,208 miles. The maintenance trend over the past two years is clearly worsening. Several issues that were previously flagged as advisory-level corrosion or minor wear have now escalated into outright failures. The tester identified a corroded nearside front suspension arm, a missing split pin on an offside front suspension locking device, and an inadequately repaired offside rear suspension mounting point. Combined with a corroded offside front coil spring, perished front tyres, and worn front brake discs, the record suggests a vehicle that has been left largely unaddressed since its last pass in July 2024. At roughly 62,208 miles over approximately 17 years, this Matiz has covered only around 3,659 miles per year, which is well below the UK average. Mileage accumulation has been slow but consistent, rising from 58,934 miles in July 2024 to 61,259 miles by May 2025 and then to 62,208 miles by May 2026. There are no dramatic gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer record. The concern is not high mileage wear but rather the effects of long-term storage and underuse on rubber components, brake surfaces, and structural underbody areas. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should focus on the structural condition of the front and rear suspension mountings, particularly the offside rear area where the tester noted an inadequate repair hidden under underseal. The presence of heavy underseal across the vehicle is a red flag, as it is frequently used to mask corrosion rather than prevent it. The offside front coil spring corrosion and the nearside front suspension arm corrosion both warrant close visual inspection for section loss, especially around mounting points and spring seats. The braking system also demands attention. Front brake discs have been flagged as worn and pitted in multiple consecutive tests, and the May 2025 failure recorded excessive play and rough rotation in both rear wheel bearings, which were not mentioned in the 2026 failure, raising the question of whether they were replaced or simply not detected. Hydraulic brake pipe corrosion was noted in June 2024, and a leaking offside rear brake pipe was flagged at that time. Any buyer should verify whether these pipes have been replaced with copper or corrosion-resistant lines. The persistent front oil leak and slight power steering seepage, while not severe, indicate aged seals and gaskets that may worsen without intervention. Tyre condition should also be checked, as perishing and edge wear have appeared repeatedly, suggesting the vehicle may have been stationary for extended periods with tyres under-inflated or exposed to UV degradation.