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EJ54 JXX

2004 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,722 mi
Last recorded137,722 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Matrix57,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ54 JXX
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 137,722 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 137,596 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength lower arm front mount,subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail where traling arm mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Oil leak, but not excessive susspect oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 133,316 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2023 133,249 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner shoulder, also devoid of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2022 129,209 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 125,760 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 125,760 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2020 123,715 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 117,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2019 117,572 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner and outer shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 107,209 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 101,601 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2016 96,908 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 90,305 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 85,110 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 79,009 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 79,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 73,353 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 73,353 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 63,573 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 56,996 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 49,771 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 40,523 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 30,662 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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EJ54 JXX is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EJ54 JXX, 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 EJ54 JXX registered?

EJ54 JXX is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 28 October 2004.

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