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EN53 FSJ

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,412 mi
Last recorded62,412 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 FSJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 62,412 miles
Fail 29 May 2019 62,412 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2018 57,378 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front brake a little stiff -brake bind developing recommend attention

some travel on hand brake

Pass 28 Dec 2016 56,636 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2015 53,590 miles

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

Fail 29 Dec 2015 53,589 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Dec 2014 49,771 miles

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 49,771 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2014 45,283 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 40,632 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 36,921 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2010 32,678 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 28,920 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 25,126 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 21,023 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2007 16,057 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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EN53 FSJ is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 EN53 FSJ, 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 EN53 FSJ registered?

EN53 FSJ is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 29 December 2003.

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