2005 Chevrolet Matiz 1.0L Petrol · WF05 YKB

The most recent MOT on 22 May 2026 recorded a failure. The near‑side front tyre was below the legal 1.6 mm tread depth, and all four tyres showed signs of cracking or perishing. In addition, the front windscreen wiper did not clear the glass effectively and the rear wiper blade was split. These are immediate safety concerns that must be remedied before the car can be driven legally. A pattern of deteriorating components emerges from the last three years of MOT data. In 2024 the car was noted to have rusty front and rear suspension parts and an oil leak. A year later the vehicle failed for incorrect headlamp aim on both sides and a coolant leak at the expansion bottle. The 2026 failure adds tyre tread loss, widespread tyre damage, and faulty wipers. The recurrence of leaks (oil, coolant) and the progression from rust to functional failures (headlamp aim, tyre condition) suggest the overall condition is worsening rather than stabilising. The recorded mileage – 26,136 mi after 21 years – works out to roughly 1,200 mi per year, which is very low for a vehicle of this age.