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GX03 HWS

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

64,335 mi
Last recorded64,335 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX03 HWS
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 64,335 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective discoloured but not affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective discoloured but not affecting beam pattern (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2024 63,503 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Nov 2023 62,488 miles

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

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

outer sills corroded

Pass 18 Nov 2022 61,394 miles

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

Nearside outer sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 18 Nov 2022 61,394 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Nearside outer sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2021 60,208 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 59,394 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 57,206 miles

Nearside head lamp damaged

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2018 55,313 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 55,313 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2017 53,790 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 53,790 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 May 2016 51,751 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 May 2016 51,750 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 May 2015 49,430 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 7 May 2015 49,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 May 2014 47,145 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 44,605 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 41,739 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 38,376 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 35,194 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 31,022 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 26,534 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 22,319 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 17,353 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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GX03 HWS is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 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 GX03 HWS, 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 23 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 GX03 HWS registered?

GX03 HWS is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 22 May 2003.

Is GX03 HWS safe to buy?

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