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BU03 MVS

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

46,413 mi
Last recorded46,413 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 MVS
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 46,413 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear trailing arm bush / rear inner / both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres over 10 years old

Pass 28 Mar 2025 46,251 miles

Central Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 45,940 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Sep 2023 45,940 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 45,589 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all round (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre over ten years old

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre over ten years old

corrosion under side all suspension components/floors/exhaust

Pass 26 Aug 2021 45,089 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 45,089 miles

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 44,889 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 44,091 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 43,056 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 42,159 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 40,926 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 39,801 miles

offside rear tyre wearing inner edge slightly worn

Pass 3 Jun 2013 38,512 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 36,891 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2012 36,881 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 35,992 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 32,744 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2009 29,981 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 26,417 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 18,139 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 4,366 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 MVS is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MVS, 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 MVS registered?

BU03 MVS is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BU03 MVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 MVS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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