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DN05 MTE

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

86,203 mi
Last recorded86,203 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN05 MTE
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2018 86,203 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced x 2 (1.7.5a)

Fail 4 Apr 2018 86,203 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced x 2 (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 16 Mar 2018 85,782 miles

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

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint track rod end (2.5.B.2a)

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint track rod end (2.5.B.2a)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 69,335 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2016 62,307 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel cylinder to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel cylinder to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 22 Feb 2016 62,307 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel cylinder to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel cylinder to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 58,075 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 54,747 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 16 Apr 2014 54,747 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 51,189 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 46,170 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 44,421 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2011 44,421 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 May 2011 43,309 miles

CHIPS IN FRONT WINDSCREEN

Pass 4 May 2010 41,190 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 29 Apr 2009 34,160 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 34,160 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2008 26,282 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 26,282 miles

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

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

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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DN05 MTE is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 DN05 MTE, 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 DN05 MTE registered?

DN05 MTE is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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