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BU03 VTJ

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,714 mi
Last recorded66,714 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 VTJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2011 66,714 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 56,659 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 24 Jun 2010 56,659 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 47,074 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 39,372 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside wiper blade spliting on end

Pass 30 Mar 2007 30,772 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 22,632 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 VTJ is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 VTJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU03 VTJ?

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What year was BU03 VTJ registered?

BU03 VTJ is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is BU03 VTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 VTJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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