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DS05 LZU

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

70,430 mi
Last recorded70,430 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 LZU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 70,430 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 64,919 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 58,229 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2014 49,450 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 49,450 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2013 39,990 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

brake pipes are plastic coated

Pass 2 Jun 2012 33,342 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 70,722 miles

Front discs slightly worn

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 24 May 2010 23,616 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 May 2010 23,616 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 19,593 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2009 19,593 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 16,725 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 15,991 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2008 15,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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DS05 LZU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DS05 LZU, 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 DS05 LZU registered?

DS05 LZU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 22 August 2005.

Is DS05 LZU safe to buy?

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