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FV05 ECD

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,522 mi
Last recorded41,522 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 ECD
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 41,522 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 36,379 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2012 33,093 miles

light cracking on power steering belt.slight dampness on nsr shock absorber.

nsf tyre wearing more/getting low on edges! osf tyre wearing slightly more on inner edge.

Pass 10 May 2011 30,069 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2010 27,294 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

front no` plate figures fading (BORDERLINE PASS!). wipers splitting! slight dampness on nsr shocker. wear lip on front brake discs. both rear tyres slightly out of shape.

Pass 10 May 2010 27,294 miles

front no` plate figures fading (BORDERLINE PASS!). wipers splitting! slight dampness on nsr shocker. wear lip on front brake discs. both rear tyres slightly out of shape.

Pass 7 May 2009 23,698 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 23,698 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 May 2008 19,789 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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FV05 ECD is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FV05 ECD, 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 FV05 ECD registered?

FV05 ECD is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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