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EA56 AFK

2006 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

92,979 mi
Last recorded92,979 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2018
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Matrix54,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA56 AFK
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2018 92,979 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 91,008 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 13 Jul 2017 90,943 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 88,019 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2016 88,018 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 83,675 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2015 83,675 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 79,114 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2013 73,015 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 72,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2012 65,667 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 65,538 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2011 61,554 miles

Child seat fitted to the nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Front brake discs slightly worn

Nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 9 Oct 2010 43,779 miles

child seat fitted to the offside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Oct 2010 43,779 miles

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

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

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

child seat fitted to the offside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Sep 2009 29,819 miles

cant check rear seat belts as seats are folded down and vehicle loaded

Fail 14 Sep 2009 29,819 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

cant check rear seat belts as seats are folded down and vehicle loaded

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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EA56 AFK is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 54,238 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 EA56 AFK, 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 20 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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EA56 AFK is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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