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GK59 VWU

2009 Hyundai Matrix

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

103,198 mi
Last recorded103,198 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Hyundai Matrix48,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK59 VWU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2026 103,198 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 97,104 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 14 Mar 2025 97,104 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached top mount (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached drop link (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2024 91,232 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi area. (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 91,073 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

parking brake ( 18% )

Pass 21 Apr 2023 84,387 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 17 Apr 2023 84,387 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2022 78,124 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

hand brake travel

Pass 20 Apr 2021 71,417 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 65,523 miles

oil filter leaking

Pass 15 Apr 2019 57,407 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

slight bind n/s/f wheel

Pass 23 Apr 2018 47,913 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 37,988 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 35,178 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 35,178 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed side wall (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 29,165 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 23,067 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 18,528 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 14,404 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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GK59 VWU is a 2009 Hyundai Matrix in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 48,066 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 GK59 VWU, 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 17 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK59 VWU registered?

GK59 VWU is a 2009 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 9 September 2009.

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