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GJ56 NLP

2006 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,257 mi
Last recorded37,257 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Matrix54,238 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 NLP
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 37,257 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 36,005 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 33,932 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2022 33,119 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 32,361 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 31,561 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2020 31,542 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 30,980 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 29,328 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 27,896 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 25,827 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 24,135 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 22,240 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 20,522 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 20,522 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 18,679 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 15,808 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 12,839 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 9,878 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 9,878 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GJ56 NLP is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 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 GJ56 NLP, 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 GJ56 NLP registered?

GJ56 NLP is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is GJ56 NLP safe to buy?

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