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EJ05 FGC

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

94,853 mi
Last recorded94,853 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 FGC
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 94,853 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 90,453 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 85,753 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 81,911 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2020 78,502 miles

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 74,912 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 67,398 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 59,537 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 52,761 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 46,105 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 39,300 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 33,234 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 30,890 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 28,956 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 26,424 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 23,514 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2009 23,514 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2008 17,992 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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EJ05 FGC is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 EJ05 FGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ05 FGC registered?

EJ05 FGC is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 27 April 2005.

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The MOT history for EJ05 FGC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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