2009 Chevrolet Matiz 1.0L Petrol · SA09 FEM

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile characterized by a consistent history of clean MOT passes. The most recent test conducted on 5 January 2024 at 54,102 miles resulted in no defects or advisories. This indicates that the previous owners have maintained the car to a standard that satisfies all DVSA minimum requirements without flagging mechanical failures, emissions, or structural issues across the last five recorded tests. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old car, averaging approximately 3,182 miles per year. There is a notable gap between the December 2018 test at 44,672 miles and the December 2019 test at 51,796 miles, where the vehicle covered over 7,000 miles in a single year. Since 2019, usage has dropped significantly, often covering only a few hundred miles annually. While this suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of inactivity can lead to the degradation of rubber components, fluid breakdown, and brake seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on areas associated with low-mileage, older vehicles. Because the record shows no advisories for suspension bushes or brake corrosion, it is vital to check for dry rot in the tyres and seizing on the brake discs which occurs during infrequent use. Inspect the chassis for structural rust, particularly in the sills and wheel arches, as the age of the vehicle is a risk factor for material integrity regardless of the low mileage recorded.