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FL05 VEW

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

281,580 mi
Last recorded281,580 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL05 VEW
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2018 281,580 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.2.6)

Track rod end ball joint has slight play both sides (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 261,343 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 241,625 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 224,473 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 207,202 miles

both outer cv boots starting to split

o/s wiper split

Pass 30 Jan 2013 190,966 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 174,313 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 158,052 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 141,696 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 121,594 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 121,594 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 116,307 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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FL05 VEW is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FL05 VEW, 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 FL05 VEW registered?

FL05 VEW is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FL05 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL05 VEW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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