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FY56 SMU

2006 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

87,370 mi
Last recorded87,370 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Matrix54,238 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 SMU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2016 87,370 miles

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Fail 16 Feb 2016 87,350 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Rear nail in tyre

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 75,786 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 68,257 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2014 68,252 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 58,390 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 54,392 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 54,392 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 50,236 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 47,658 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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FY56 SMU is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 54,238 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 FY56 SMU, 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 20 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 FY56 SMU registered?

FY56 SMU is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 29 September 2006.

Is FY56 SMU safe to buy?

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