2009 Chevrolet Matiz 0.8L Petrol · OY09 KUR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with its most recent MOT passed on 21 September 2021 at 54,253 miles and no defects recorded. That test remains valid for over four and a half years as of today, 15 June 2026 — well beyond the statutory 12-month validity window — meaning the car has not undergone an official roadworthiness inspection for nearly five years. The maintenance trend appears stable in terms of documented outcomes, but the absence of any MOT activity since 2021 introduces significant uncertainty: there is no verified evidence of ongoing upkeep, brake performance, suspension integrity, or exhaust emissions compliance over this extended period. Mileage accumulation has been consistently low and gradual, aligning with light usage rather than intensive service. From July 2018 (47,694 miles) to July 2019 (51,150 miles), the car covered 3,456 miles in twelve months. Over the following year, it added just 2,739 miles by August 2020, then only 364 miles between August 2020 and September 2021 — a near standstill for over 13 months. This pattern suggests either very limited use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which carry risks: rubber components like suspension bushes and brake hoses may have perished due to age rather than wear, and brake calipers could be binding from lack of operation. A buyer must inspect the rear brake system thoroughly, given the unexplained 2020 failure at 53,887 miles despite no defects being listed — a rare discrepancy that often points to intermittent faults such as seized calipers or contaminated fluid. Suspension components, particularly coil springs and lower control arm bushes, warrant close scrutiny for cracking or collapse, especially after 17 years of static or stop-start use. Exhaust mounts and underbody corrosion should also be checked, as older Matiz models are prone to rust around the rear subframe and fuel tank straps. Tyres, wiper blades, and all fluid levels are almost certainly degraded or expired and will require full replacement before legal use.