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GEL 539L

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,884 mi
Last recorded50,884 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 539L
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2021 50,884 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Dec 2021 50,884 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 50,365 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 30 Dec 2020 50,361 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 28 Jun 2019 48,886 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 47,538 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 45,992 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 45,992 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2016 44,603 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 40,735 miles

n/s/r tyre side wall slightly perished

Fail 21 Mar 2015 40,735 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r tyre side wall slightly perished

Pass 21 Mar 2014 31,470 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

o/s/f tyre low on edge

Pass 22 Mar 2013 30,147 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 25,334 miles

advise both sides front tyres on 3mm

advise corrosion forming on exhaust joint.

Pass 6 Dec 2011 25,203 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 24,650 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2009 24,123 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 23,619 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 22,739 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 15,104 miles

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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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GEL 539L is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 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 GEL 539L, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GEL 539L registered?

GEL 539L is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 23 September 2003.

Is GEL 539L safe to buy?

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