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FY05 TVJ

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

135,224 mi
Last recorded135,224 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY05 TVJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 135,224 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 125,381 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 115,234 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 104,862 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 90,828 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 90,828 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 77,371 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

brake pedal rubber wearing

Fail 9 Apr 2014 77,371 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 63,871 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 50,178 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

changed o/s/f tyre with new spare

o/s/r tyre getting low 2mm

Pass 30 Mar 2012 50,178 miles

changed o/s/f tyre with new spare

o/s/r tyre getting low 2mm

Pass 8 Apr 2011 38,220 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 32,239 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 25,090 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2009 25,090 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 28 May 2008 17,198 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 17,198 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FY05 TVJ is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 FY05 TVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FY05 TVJ registered?

FY05 TVJ is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 27 June 2005.

Is FY05 TVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY05 TVJ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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