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EJ53 VXU

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

88,456 mi
Last recorded88,456 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ53 VXU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 30 Aug 2011 88,456 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear tailgate jamned but checked internally rear compartment

Pass 30 Aug 2011 88,456 miles

rear tailgate jamned but checked internally rear compartment

Pass 4 Jan 2011 82,469 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 82,469 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front discs worn and inner edge lipped

Pass 22 Dec 2009 67,266 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre getting low outer shoulder

Pass 15 Dec 2008 56,243 miles

plastic engine coiver fitted

slight accident damage rear end of car

Pass 18 Dec 2007 41,628 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 41,552 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 27,821 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 27,749 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

offside rear tyre 2m and offside front tyre balded inside shoulder

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 VXU is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 EJ53 VXU, 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.

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What year was EJ53 VXU registered?

EJ53 VXU is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 December 2003.

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