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BX53 SZJ

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2023
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

138,034 mi
Last recorded138,034 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX53 SZJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2022 138,034 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2022 138,034 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 30 Nov 2020 138,027 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault O/S/F Ring Broken (1.6 (b))

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Rear Exhaust Rubber fitted Wrong

Pass 4 Dec 2019 129,441 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Dec 2019 129,441 miles

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 115,180 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 104,224 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 104,186 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 95,393 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 95,393 miles

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 83,091 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2015 83,091 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2014 67,829 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 58,139 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2013 58,139 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 48,794 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

loose wires under bonnet

o/s rear bumper damaged

Pass 17 Nov 2011 43,369 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 38,576 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 34,678 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 29,312 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 24,133 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 19,343 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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BX53 SZJ 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 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BX53 SZJ, 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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BX53 SZJ is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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