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DS08 URB

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

83,523 mi
Last recorded83,523 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 URB
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2015 83,523 miles

Nearside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.2.A.1b)

no oil in engine at start of test

noise from engine.

Fail 27 Oct 2015 83,523 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc and offside front (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

no oil in engine at start of test

noise from engine.

Nearside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 63,077 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2014 63,077 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 45,853 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)

Fail 8 Jul 2013 45,853 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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 9 Jul 2012 28,979 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 28,858 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2011 20,873 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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DS08 URB is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,554 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 DS08 URB, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS08 URB registered?

DS08 URB is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is DS08 URB safe to buy?

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