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EK05 YMX

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,417 mi
Last recorded99,417 miles
Recorded on6 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 YMX
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2017 99,417 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2017 99,417 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2016 92,984 miles

Offside Rear inside wall cracked and split

complete under body very corroded

Pass 23 May 2015 84,084 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 83,998 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

Pass 10 May 2014 76,132 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 May 2013 67,721 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

slight binde at n/s/r wheel

Fail 18 May 2013 67,720 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2012 59,887 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 50,378 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 50,378 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 43,398 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 43,254 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2009 35,859 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 30,123 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 YMX is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EK05 YMX, 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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EK05 YMX is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 13 April 2005.

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