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EJ53 MVY

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,907 mi
Last recorded78,907 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 MVY
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 78,907 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2020 67,921 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2020 67,921 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2020 67,892 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 67,287 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 66,172 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jan 2017 65,127 miles

slight grease weeping from outer c.v gators

Pass 26 Jan 2016 63,740 miles

slight grease weeping from outer c.v gators

Pass 21 Nov 2014 64,544 miles

oil leak from sump plug

slight grease weeping from outer c.v gators

Pass 22 Nov 2013 58,791 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 54,332 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 48,351 miles

o/s/f c.v gator could do with a new securing clip as it has a slight weep from it

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2010 40,859 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 35,402 miles

Spare tyre defective

o/s/f and both rear tyres are close to wear indicators and slightly deteriorated

Pass 31 Oct 2008 28,204 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 23,064 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2007 23,064 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 16,132 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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EJ53 MVY is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 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 EJ53 MVY, 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 23 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 EJ53 MVY registered?

EJ53 MVY is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 22 November 2003.

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