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FY08 MVJ

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,055 mi
Last recorded69,055 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 MVJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 69,055 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

undersealed under side of vehicle

Pass 4 Nov 2025 60,933 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 60,933 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 Nov 2024 52,508 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 47,876 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

nsr osr inner sills very rusty

Pass 8 Oct 2022 44,246 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2021 40,519 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 18 Jun 2020 39,456 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 39,433 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2019 37,399 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both to rear flexis (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 35,299 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Nearside front and offside rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Mar 2018 35,299 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both front wipers (8.2.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Nearside front and offside rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (3.7.B.5b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 33,268 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Mar 2017 33,268 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit badly worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2016 31,011 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 28,210 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 28,210 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 24,782 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2014 24,782 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 21,012 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2012 18,108 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 13,120 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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FY08 MVJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FY08 MVJ, 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 FY08 MVJ registered?

FY08 MVJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is FY08 MVJ safe to buy?

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