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EA53 VSL

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,434 mi
Last recorded145,434 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA53 VSL
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 145,434 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 145,301 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 144,846 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 144,108 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 142,574 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 141,296 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 139,978 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 135,768 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2017 131,582 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 125,438 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 116,206 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 106,923 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 95,927 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2012 80,084 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 68,000 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 58,740 miles

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

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2010 58,740 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2009 48,883 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 2 Nov 2009 48,883 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 40,080 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2008 40,080 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2007 30,990 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 23,431 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 23,431 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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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EA53 VSL is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 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 EA53 VSL, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EA53 VSL?

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What year was EA53 VSL registered?

EA53 VSL is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 3 November 2003.

Is EA53 VSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA53 VSL shows 24 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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