2005 Chevrolet Matiz · 2,478 MOT tests
2005 Chevrolet Matiz reliability
2005 Chevrolet Matizs fail 53.2% of first MOT tests, 49% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 6 Matiz years (2,478 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Chevrolet Matizs: 49.4%)
- 53.2%
- first-time fail rate (all Chevrolet Matizs: 49.4%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 49% more
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 17
- 55,182
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 17
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 2,478
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2005 against the years either side
- 2006 cars: 55% more MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2005 car does better)
- Weak spot: seat belts and airbags, 6.6% of tests fail here (274% above cars of the same age and mileage).
- Plates: a 2005 car carries a 54 plate (January–February 2005), or a 05 plate (March–August 2005), or a 55 plate (September–December 2005).
Common problems
What fails on a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz
Fail rate by area
- Lights and electrics24.8%
- Suspension22.6%
- Brakes18.8%
- Body, chassis and structure15.1%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks12.4%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors11%
- Tyres10.6%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 10.49%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 7.75%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 5.53%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Position lamp not working 5.45%
A failed position lamp makes the car harder to see in poor light and is illegal, so it must be repaired.
Seat belt anchor area weakened 4.68%
Corrosion near a seat belt anchor can weaken the body and make the belt fail, so expert repair is needed.
Service brakes uneven across an axle 4.48%
One wheel is braking much less than its pair, so the car may pull to one side and stop poorly.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (16.83%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (11.34%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (10.9%) · Wheel bearing slight play (8.64%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (8.27%) · Exhaust has minor gas leak (7.3%)
Is a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz reliable?
2005 Chevrolet Matizs fail 53.2% of first MOT tests, 49% more MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 4 of 6 Matiz years (2,478 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz MOT?
Most often suspension mounting area seriously corroded (10.49% of tests), engine warning light inoperative or lit (7.75% of tests), wiper blade not clearing windscreen (5.53% of tests).
How many miles should a 2005 Chevrolet Matiz have done?
At its MOT aged about 17, a typical 2005 Chevrolet Matiz shows 55,182 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2005 car?
A car first registered in 2005 carries a 54 plate (January–February 2005), or a 05 plate (March–August 2005), or a 55 plate (September–December 2005).
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