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EX55 LCJ

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Lpg 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,732 mi
Last recorded63,732 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX55 LCJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Feb 2026 63,732 miles

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

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2025 61,230 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 15 Feb 2025 61,230 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 57,846 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2023 54,538 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output offside and nearside (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2022 50,829 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated nearside front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated offside front outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 45,560 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 39,041 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security offside rear outer sill section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 36,585 miles

Nearside Front lower ball joint dust cover slightly damaged

Pass 3 Nov 2016 34,194 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt and offside front (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 30,559 miles

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

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

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)

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

Pass 19 May 2014 27,757 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 24,817 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 24,427 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 22,174 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 18,898 miles

nail in shoulder nearside rear tyre

Pass 28 Aug 2009 16,512 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 13,319 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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EX55 LCJ is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,795cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 EX55 LCJ, 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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EX55 LCJ is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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