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EU55 FUD

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,007 mi
Last recorded98,007 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU55 FUD
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 98,007 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 96,114 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2024 96,114 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2023 92,061 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 92,061 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 89,853 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 86,690 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 84,880 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2020 84,880 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2019 81,609 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2019 81,609 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 77,373 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 77,373 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 72,514 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Dec 2016 67,640 miles

Auxiliary belt/pulley noisey

Boot compartment and passenger footwells loaded

Both rear tyres are wearing on outer shoulder

Centre caps fitted-Retainers not checked

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Front brake discs are worn and lipped slightly

Oil leak

Fail 13 Dec 2016 67,638 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Auxiliary belt/pulley noisey

Boot compartment and passenger footwells loaded

Both rear tyres are wearing on outer shoulder

Centre caps fitted-Retainers not checked

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Front brake discs are worn and lipped slightly

Oil leak

Pass 16 Dec 2015 62,661 miles

Centre caps fitted - Retainers not checked

Fail 14 Dec 2015 62,659 miles

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

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

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

Centre caps fitted - Retainers not checked

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

Offside front tyre is worn on inner shoulder

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 57,515 miles

Engine oil overfill

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 10 Dec 2014 57,515 miles

Engine oil overfill

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Dec 2013 52,112 miles

nearside front cv gaitor slight leak

Pass 13 Dec 2012 44,938 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2012 40,983 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 40,983 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Jan 2011 38,894 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 34,137 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 28,679 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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EU55 FUD is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 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 EU55 FUD, 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 EU55 FUD registered?

EU55 FUD is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 5 September 2005.

Is EU55 FUD safe to buy?

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