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FP06 EES

2006 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

72,461 mi
Last recorded72,461 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Matrix54,238 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP06 EES
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 72,461 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Heavily under sealed restricting inspection of components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 71,526 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 67,562 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2023 67,562 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 61,595 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 54,450 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 54,450 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 50,581 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 50,581 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2019 46,765 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Aug 2019 46,729 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2018 42,448 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 40,847 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 37,509 miles

Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from behind the engine (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 35,755 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 33,657 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 31,554 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 29,597 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 25,106 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 19,596 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 15,034 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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FP06 EES is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 54,238 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 FP06 EES, 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 20 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP06 EES registered?

FP06 EES is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 31 March 2006.

Is FP06 EES safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP06 EES shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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