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EJ04 JJZ

2004 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

56,520 mi
Last recorded56,520 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Matrix57,312 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ04 JJZ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 56,520 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Nov 2025 56,081 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 46,026 miles

Nearside Body Damage/Dent No Sharp Edge

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Dec 2023 45,440 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 45,004 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 44,260 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 43,162 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 42,057 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 40,096 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 38,399 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 36,401 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 36,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Dec 2015 34,414 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 31,781 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 27,932 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 24,817 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 22,309 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 19,610 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 16,778 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2008 13,405 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 11,719 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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EJ04 JJZ is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 57,312 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 EJ04 JJZ, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EJ04 JJZ registered?

EJ04 JJZ is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 11 May 2004.

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