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EA08 AVG

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

90,127 mi
Last recorded90,127 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 AVG
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 90,127 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2019 90,127 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 81,353 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 76,369 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 76,369 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both blades (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 67,886 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2016 67,776 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 56,068 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 47,029 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 47,029 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 37,880 miles

Child seat fitted unable to test adult belt n/s/rear

Nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,987 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Mar 2012 26,987 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 17,487 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 17,487 miles

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

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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EA08 AVG is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 EA08 AVG, 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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EA08 AVG is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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