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GK08 XBO

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

75,062 mi
Last recorded75,062 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XBO
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 75,062 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2017 75,062 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 68,753 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 68,753 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 61,697 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 47,557 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 47,557 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 33,682 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,873 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 26,873 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 19,595 miles

front windscreen wipers split but do not affect vision

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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GK08 XBO is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 GK08 XBO, 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.

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What year was GK08 XBO registered?

GK08 XBO is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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The MOT history for GK08 XBO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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