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EG05 LNU

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

96,406 mi
Last recorded96,406 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG05 LNU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2021 96,406 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 96,406 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2020 93,910 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 93,910 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 90,289 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 87,038 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2018 87,036 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2017 82,233 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Feb 2017 82,233 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2016 79,079 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edge.

water leak.

Pass 14 Apr 2015 74,525 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 17 Apr 2014 68,134 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2013 62,504 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 57,366 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 57,366 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2011 51,976 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 51,959 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 12 Aug 2009 35,254 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 19 Aug 2008 29,214 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 19 Aug 2008 29,214 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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EG05 LNU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 EG05 LNU, 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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EG05 LNU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 19 August 2005.

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