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EN57 TFU

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

121,374 mi
Last recorded121,374 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 TFU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 121,374 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Cracked along lower edge. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 120,311 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack along lower edge (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 120,311 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working blocked jet (3.5 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack along lower edge (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 118,763 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Pass 21 Mar 2023 117,293 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked along lower edge (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2023 117,293 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked along lower edge (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working no fluid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 115,699 miles

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not seriously affecting drivers view of the road.

Fail 20 Dec 2022 115,699 miles

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

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not seriously affecting drivers view of the road.

Pass 20 Dec 2021 109,258 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Dec 2020 106,076 miles

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Fail 24 Dec 2020 106,076 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Windscreen washer not working NO FLUID. (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 100,062 miles

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Fail 14 Dec 2019 100,062 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working BLOCKED (3.5 (a))

All 4 tyres close to limit.

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

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Pass 3 Jan 2019 93,394 miles

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Pass 8 Jan 2018 89,455 miles

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Pass 21 Dec 2016 86,789 miles

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

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Fail 12 Dec 2016 86,766 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Pass 9 Jan 2016 82,034 miles

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

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

Windscreen cracked along lower edge but not affecting drivers view of the road.

Pass 29 Nov 2014 58,579 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake discs slightly worn.

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 46,956 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 40,111 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 32,507 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2012 32,506 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2011 25,404 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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EN57 TFU is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,554 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 EN57 TFU, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EN57 TFU?

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What year was EN57 TFU registered?

EN57 TFU is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 24 January 2008.

Is EN57 TFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 TFU shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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