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EK55 YDT

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2024
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

143,130 mi
Last recorded143,130 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2023
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 YDT
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2023 143,130 miles

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer sill

Fail 30 Mar 2023 143,099 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer sill

Pass 26 Mar 2022 136,221 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2022 136,221 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both sides (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2021 129,816 miles

Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Mar 2021 129,816 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 124,289 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower wheel arch slightly corroded

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 117,164 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2019 117,164 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2018 105,761 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 104,891 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 104,891 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 103,978 miles

Advise under trays fitted to vehicle

Pass 12 Feb 2015 103,147 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 102,747 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 100,609 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 99,580 miles

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

n/s/o/s/f tyres worn to limits

Fail 27 Feb 2012 99,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

n/s/o/s/f tyres worn to limits

Pass 21 Mar 2011 89,136 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 79,077 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 73,875 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 59,067 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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EK55 YDT is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EK55 YDT, 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 EK55 YDT registered?

EK55 YDT is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 13 October 2005.

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