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GX54 JFU

2004 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

125,288 mi
Last recorded125,288 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Matrix57,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX54 JFU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 125,288 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Aug 2026 125,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/55R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 116,947 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Aug 2025 116,947 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced NS + OS (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 107,119 miles

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS wheel arch's (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 107,118 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS wheel arch's (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 96,990 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 96,976 miles

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced NS + OS (4.1.4 (a))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2022 91,803 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 23 Jul 2021 83,343 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2021 83,322 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jul 2020 76,074 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 68,743 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 63,835 miles

Front Coolant leak RADIATOR LEAKING

Fail 23 Oct 2018 63,832 miles

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

Front Coolant leak RADIATOR LEAKING

Pass 20 Oct 2017 54,479 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2016 44,492 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 35,725 miles

Child seats fitted, not allowing full inspection of adult belts

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 27,783 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 26,038 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 24,567 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 23,382 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 21,806 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 20,169 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 16,794 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 13,504 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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GX54 JFU is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 57,312 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 GX54 JFU, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GX54 JFU registered?

GX54 JFU is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 28 October 2004.

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