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GL08 GVU

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

58,711 mi
Last recorded58,711 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 GVU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 58,711 miles

Rear axle corroded

Fail 4 Jul 2025 58,711 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear axle corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2024 53,604 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 49,261 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 44,651 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2021 40,878 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 38,278 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 36,718 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Inner end of gaiter is leaking grease. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 3 May 2018 35,409 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 33,743 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 31,439 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 28,078 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 25,981 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 22,992 miles

offside rear tyre starting to split on sidewalls, recommend replacing

rear tyres wearing on shoulders

Pass 8 Jun 2012 19,925 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 10,287 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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GL08 GVU is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 GL08 GVU, 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 GL08 GVU registered?

GL08 GVU is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GL08 GVU safe to buy?

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