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EF05 HVU

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,784 mi
Last recorded99,784 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 HVU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2015 99,784 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Sep 2014 95,815 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 95,815 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 92,719 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 92,719 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2012 89,411 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 89,394 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2011 88,840 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 88,834 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 85,625 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 85,625 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 80,798 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 76,718 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 73,091 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 72,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/f tyre tread detieriating

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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EF05 HVU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,423 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 EF05 HVU, 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 21 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EF05 HVU registered?

EF05 HVU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 25 June 2005.

Is EF05 HVU safe to buy?

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