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GU08 HRL

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,514 mi
Last recorded62,514 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 HRL
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 62,514 miles

Offside Front headlight foggy

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 59,605 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2025 59,605 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2024 57,451 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 55,314 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 54,236 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 52,696 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both front outers (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 51,206 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 49,153 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 4 Jun 2018 45,734 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 42,379 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 38,175 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 33,585 miles

Offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 3 Jun 2014 29,435 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 24,544 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 19,117 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 19,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Fail 9 May 2012 19,111 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,641 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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GU08 HRL is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GU08 HRL, 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 GU08 HRL registered?

GU08 HRL is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is GU08 HRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU08 HRL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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