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FB05 GHJ

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

76,135 mi
Last recorded76,135 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB05 GHJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 76,135 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2024 73,977 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 71,786 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 68,946 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 67,863 miles

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

Fail 16 Dec 2021 67,863 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Jan 2021 66,436 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 65,573 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 63,468 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 60,177 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 57,823 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 54,910 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 51,557 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2014 48,165 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 45,246 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 42,155 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 38,735 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 34,531 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 27,723 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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FB05 GHJ is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FB05 GHJ, 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 FB05 GHJ registered?

FB05 GHJ is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is FB05 GHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB05 GHJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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