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EK05 FBX

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

97,201 mi
Last recorded97,201 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 FBX
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2022 97,201 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (d))

Fail 27 Oct 2022 97,201 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering component leaking Around power steering bottle (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 27 Oct 2021 93,470 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 93,094 miles

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 16 Feb 2019 90,198 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2019 90,197 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2018 86,814 miles

Front front bumper damaged

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load surrounded cover (5.2.4a)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 83,170 miles

Front Registration plate dented inwards along with bumper. Registration plate is still readable from a reasonable distance

Nearside front and offside front suspension wishbone bushes are deteriorating

Offside Front Driver seat belt stalk case missing

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Outer Sill slightly distorted

Oil leak Slight ()

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

Slight dampness around power steering fluid reservoir

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge - cords can expose any moment

Fail 6 Apr 2017 83,170 miles

Front Registration plate dented inwards along with bumper. Registration plate is still readable from a reasonable distance

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front and offside front suspension wishbone bushes are deteriorating

Offside Front Driver seat belt stalk case missing

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Outer Sill slightly distorted

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak Slight ()

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

Slight dampness around power steering fluid reservoir

Nearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge - cords can expose any moment

Pass 16 Mar 2016 78,940 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 74,994 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 73,648 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2014 68,498 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 61,240 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 51,683 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 41,481 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 2 Mar 2010 30,950 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 25,819 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 25,819 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 19,203 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 14,250 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 11,807 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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EK05 FBX is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EK05 FBX, 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.

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What year was EK05 FBX registered?

EK05 FBX is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 16 March 2005.

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