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GF06 ZXJ

2006 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

111,372 mi
Last recorded111,372 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Matrix54,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF06 ZXJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 111,372 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underbody corrosion

Pass 19 Dec 2023 107,738 miles

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Outer arch corroded

Fail 19 Dec 2023 107,738 miles

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Outer arch corroded

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 105,130 miles

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

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

underbody corrosion

Fail 13 Dec 2022 105,130 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

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

underbody corrosion

Pass 7 Jan 2022 101,619 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 101,616 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn both front upper shock top mountings (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 98,874 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 98,109 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 98,108 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 Jul 2019 98,100 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 8 Jul 2019 98,088 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault airbag warning light on (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 95,844 miles

Both front outer c.v boots worn

n/s/f shock has slight misting of oil

Pass 12 Jun 2017 92,289 miles

Both front outer C.V boots perishing but still preventing the ingress of dirt

o/s/f tire worn low

Pass 9 Jun 2016 89,781 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 82,449 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 74,578 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 11 Jul 2013 63,865 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 53,272 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 44,627 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Jul 2010 36,017 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 26,375 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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GF06 ZXJ is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GF06 ZXJ, 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.

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What year was GF06 ZXJ registered?

GF06 ZXJ is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 20 July 2006.

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