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DK53 ZBO

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

70,467 mi
Last recorded70,467 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 ZBO
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 16 Oct 2017 70,467 miles

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

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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front window not working

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

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 63,999 miles

brake pedal rubber worn

o/s/r tyre worn on inner and outer edges

slight leak of exhaust gases

surface rust to all brake pipes

Fail 19 Oct 2016 63,999 miles

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

brake pedal rubber worn

o/s/r tyre worn on inner and outer edges

slight leak of exhaust gases

surface rust to all brake pipes

Pass 2 Nov 2015 57,374 miles

nsr tyre close to wear markers

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 24 Oct 2014 50,063 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 50,063 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 45,531 miles

Front registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside rear tyre slightly low tread on edges

some corrosion to exhaust

Pass 5 Oct 2012 42,406 miles

brake pipes corroded

front pads and discs worn

joint of exhaust slightly loose

rear no plate deteriorated

Fail 5 Oct 2012 42,403 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

brake pipes corroded

front pads and discs worn

joint of exhaust slightly loose

rear no plate deteriorated

Pass 12 Oct 2011 38,956 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 12 Oct 2011 38,956 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 34,627 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 30,524 miles

exhaust system

n/s wiper

spare flat

Pass 29 Oct 2008 26,798 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2007 21,204 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 16,134 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2006 16,134 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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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DK53 ZBO is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 DK53 ZBO, 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 DK53 ZBO registered?

DK53 ZBO is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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