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EA08 ETT

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

61,711 mi
Last recorded61,711 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 ETT
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 61,711 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 60,817 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 59,179 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 56,138 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 52,227 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated on limit (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 45,922 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 39,899 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 39,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 36,308 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 33,891 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Parking brake needs slight adjustment

Fail 23 Aug 2017 33,891 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake needs slight adjustment

Pass 26 Aug 2016 31,681 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 28,532 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 25,815 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 20,015 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 14,896 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 14,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 10,624 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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EA08 ETT is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 ETT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EA08 ETT registered?

EA08 ETT is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EA08 ETT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 ETT shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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