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DE05 FBV

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,781 mi
Last recorded74,781 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 FBV
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2017 74,781 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber detached Top mount (2.7.2b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Park brake warning light not illuminating with parking brake applied

Pass 11 Nov 2016 72,120 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 68,441 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 25 Jan 2016 68,441 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 63,741 miles

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

Fail 26 Jan 2015 63,741 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 59,429 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2013 53,817 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 12 Jan 2012 47,347 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Dec 2011 47,089 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2011 38,063 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 36,687 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 32,347 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 20,466 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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DE05 FBV is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,423 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 DE05 FBV, 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 21 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DE05 FBV registered?

DE05 FBV is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 27 June 2005.

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