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EA53 VTG

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

65,962 mi
Last recorded65,962 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2022 65,962 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 65,958 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 59,431 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2021 59,425 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 51,404 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Feb 2020 51,404 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 41,594 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 37,272 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2018 37,272 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 32,413 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 32,413 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 2 Nov 2015 23,122 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 22,020 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust system deteriated

front brake discs corroded inner surface

rear metal brake pipes corrodeing

tyres wearing unevenly on edges

Pass 22 Oct 2013 21,048 miles

front and rear exhaust sections corrodeing

front brake discs corrodeing on inner surfaces

Pass 22 Oct 2012 19,583 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front brake discs starting to corrode on inner surfaces

Pass 21 Oct 2011 18,094 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 16,600 miles

195/55/15/85v budget

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

advise wheel alignement is checked

nearside front tyre wearing on edges of tread

Pass 30 Oct 2009 16,291 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS VERY RUSTY AN PITTED ON INNER SURFACE

BOTH FRONT TYRES NEAR LIMIT (tracking out)

BOTH REAR STEEL BRAKE PIPES STARTING TO RUST

EXHAUST SYSTEM VERY RUSTY

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 15,203 miles

FRONT BRAKE DISCS RUSTY AND PITTED ON INNER SURFACE

Pass 27 Oct 2007 14,358 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 13,016 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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EA53 VTG is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VTG, 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.

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What year was EA53 VTG registered?

EA53 VTG is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 November 2003.

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