2005 · 19 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2005 Chevrolet Matiz MOT pass rate and common faults

549 MOT tests in 2024. 49.0% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

87Well below average
Passed first time49.0%
Failed or needed repairs51.0%
Typical mileage at test55,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 549 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.7%
  2. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction7.5%
  3. Service brake imbalance: across an axle5.1%
  4. Service brake performance: excessively binding5.1%
  5. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect4.7%
  6. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.7%
  7. Position lamp: not working4.6%
  8. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.0%
  9. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.6%
  10. Stop lamp: not working3.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics36.1%
  2. Brakes33.2%
  3. Suspension26.0%
  4. Body & chassis17.3%
  5. Emissions & leaks14.6%
  6. Tyres10.6%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.2%
  8. Seat belts & airbags5.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm19.7%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure12.8%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded12.6%
  4. Wheel bearings: has excessive play11.5%
  5. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine9.3%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz?

In 2024, 49.0% of 2005 Chevrolet Matiz cars passed their MOT first time, across 549 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction; service brake imbalance: across an axle. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2005 Chevrolet Matiz reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 87, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).