2006 · 18 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2006 Chevrolet Matiz MOT pass rate and common faults

1,157 MOT tests in 2024. 44.6% passed first time, compared with 56.1% for all cars the same age.

79Well below average
Passed first time44.6%
Failed or needed repairs55.4%
Typical mileage at test54,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 1,157 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.9%
  2. Suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn6.7%
  3. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction6.1%
  4. Position lamp: not working6.0%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm5.2%
    92 marked dangerous
  6. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect5.2%
  7. Service brake imbalance: across an axle5.1%
  8. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced4.7%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.3%
  10. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.3%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics40.2%
  2. Suspension34.0%
  3. Brakes29.2%
  4. Body & chassis15.7%
  5. Emissions & leaks12.2%
  6. Tyres11.5%
  7. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)10.3%
  8. Seat belts & airbags5.5%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm20.9%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded13.6%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine12.3%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.7%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding8.3%

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 2006 Chevrolet Matiz?

In 2024, 44.6% of 2006 Chevrolet Matiz cars passed their MOT first time, across 1,157 tests. The average for all 18-year-old cars was 56.1%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2006 Chevrolet Matiz?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; suspension arms - ball joint: ball joint excessively worn; malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2006 Chevrolet Matiz reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 79, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).