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FX08 XKL

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,981 mi
Last recorded67,981 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 XKL
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Fail 9 Oct 2025 67,981 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 61,523 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 57,369 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2023 57,367 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2022 52,968 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 47,595 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 11 Oct 2021 47,592 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 30 Sep 2020 42,304 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Oct 2019 38,068 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 34,543 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 31,377 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 22 Sep 2016 28,282 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 28,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 25,101 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 22 Sep 2014 22,205 miles

front tyres wearing inner shoulders

Pass 23 Sep 2013 18,821 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 15,442 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 11,043 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 9,758 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 9,758 miles

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

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

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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FX08 XKL is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,554 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 FX08 XKL, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX08 XKL registered?

FX08 XKL is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is FX08 XKL safe to buy?

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