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FJ53 NKF

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

108,888 mi
Last recorded108,888 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 NKF
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2018 108,888 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

handbrake warning lamp will not extinguish

Pass 28 Oct 2017 101,988 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 93,757 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 30 Oct 2015 85,797 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 76,889 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 68,828 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 60,628 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 50,193 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 40,351 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 34,753 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 31,300 miles

front brake discs corroded/worn , front brake pads worn low

front tyres wearing low on edges , n/s/r tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 30 Oct 2007 26,816 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2007 26,778 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 24 Oct 2007 26,778 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 25 Oct 2006 22,508 miles

rear number plate starting to distort

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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FJ53 NKF is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 FJ53 NKF, 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.

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What year was FJ53 NKF registered?

FJ53 NKF is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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