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BU03 HXG

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

79,420 mi
Last recorded79,420 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 HXG
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2025 79,420 miles

Engine has misfire and runs poorly

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Build up of dirt (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside front headlamp has build up of dirt on lens affecting light output, beam image is barely visible

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front headlamp has build up of dirt on lens affecting light output, beam image is barely visible

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside rear brake operation deteriorated (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 79,240 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Does not plug in (7.1.2 (d))

Engine has misfire and runs poorly

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Build up of dirt (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside front headlamp has build up of dirt on lens affecting light output, beam image is barely visible

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front headlamp has build up of dirt on lens affecting light output, beam image is barely visible

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Nearside rear brake operation deteriorated (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 65,099 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 54,569 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 54,555 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 54,555 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre obviously under inflated all tyres (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 54,423 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dash cam obstructing driver's view of road (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 53,068 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2019 52,297 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 50,927 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 50,599 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 49,641 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 47,200 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 30 Jan 2014 45,627 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 44,606 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 44,023 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 42,639 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 40,626 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 35,136 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 29,394 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 23,742 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2006 19,100 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Matrix?

Based on 303,058 MOT tests across 19,663 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
5,289
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
19,663
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 15,124
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,749
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 7,166
position lamp(s) not working 5,875
Registration plate lamp not working 5,304
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BU03 HXG is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Matrix fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 15,124 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 HXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Matrix typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU03 HXG registered?

BU03 HXG is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 29 March 2003.

Is BU03 HXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 HXG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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