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FX51 OFK

2002 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

124,173 mi
Last recorded124,173 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Matrix62,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 OFK
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2015 124,173 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake imbalance is 26% limit is 30% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage rear of engine bay (2.3.3b)

all tyres low on pressure

brake travel has little reserve movement

centre exhaust clamp corroded

front and centre exhaust pipes corroded each side of clamp

rear exhaust flange corroded

very slight wheel bearing noise noted on road test

Fail 7 Nov 2015 124,171 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. brake imbalance is 26% limit is 30% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage rear of engine bay (2.3.3b)

all tyres low on pressure

brake travel has little reserve movement

centre exhaust clamp corroded

front and centre exhaust pipes corroded each side of clamp

rear exhaust flange corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2015 124,154 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 121,397 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 116,424 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2013 116,361 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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

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

Nearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 113,999 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 113,463 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Oct 2011 110,210 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 106,404 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2010 106,404 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 103,773 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 98,682 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 97,931 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 97,931 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 75,991 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 58,046 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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FX51 OFK is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 62,357 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FX51 OFK, 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 24 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FX51 OFK is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 21 February 2002.

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