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DE55 HRJ

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

69,117 mi
Last recorded69,117 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 HRJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2017 69,117 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2017 69,117 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 67,434 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2014 61,964 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 56,471 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Oct 2013 56,471 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front brake discs heavily lipped on edges advise inspection with wheels off.

Pass 7 Nov 2012 51,282 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 51,282 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 46,853 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 41,159 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 41,159 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Dec 2009 33,856 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2008 27,497 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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DE55 HRJ is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DE55 HRJ, 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 DE55 HRJ registered?

DE55 HRJ is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 29 December 2005.

Is DE55 HRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 HRJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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