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FJ54 TFA

2004 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,574 mi
Last recorded76,574 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Matrix57,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ54 TFA
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 76,574 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 71,283 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 4 Nov 2016 71,283 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Ball joint has slight play steering rack end (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 67,792 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 60,507 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 56,648 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 46,156 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 37,570 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 28,572 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2010 28,572 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 18,235 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 11,958 miles

all tyres cracking on sidewalls

Pass 26 Aug 2008 11,446 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 7,200 miles

both front tyres just starting to show signs of wearing on the inside edge

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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FJ54 TFA is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 57,312 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 FJ54 TFA, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ54 TFA registered?

FJ54 TFA is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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