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ET53 FFK

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

51,003 mi
Last recorded51,003 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 FFK
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2015 51,003 miles

windscreen has a crack on the nearside front lower

Pass 28 May 2014 104,665 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 100,897 miles

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

Windscreen cracked not affecting drivers view

Fail 24 Jun 2013 100,897 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Windscreen cracked not affecting drivers view

Pass 19 May 2012 85,427 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

boot prescribed area not presented empty for mot test

offside & nearside wipers slightly deteriated

offside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge & worn close to legal limit

Fail 19 May 2012 85,427 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

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

boot prescribed area not presented empty for mot test

offside & nearside wipers slightly deteriated

offside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge & worn close to legal limit

Pass 23 May 2011 73,766 miles

slight binding at offside front brake

Pass 25 May 2010 61,515 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 May 2009 52,122 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 46,206 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 43,721 miles

Nearside Rear 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 18 Dec 2006 33,168 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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ET53 FFK is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ET53 FFK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ET53 FFK?

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What year was ET53 FFK registered?

ET53 FFK is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is ET53 FFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 FFK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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