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GY05 EFV

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,949 mi
Last recorded96,949 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY05 EFV
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2017 96,949 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm + nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm + nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 14 Jun 2017 96,949 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm + nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm + nail in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 86,768 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 86,768 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Mar 2015 76,532 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2014 66,564 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 59,623 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2013 59,623 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Feb 2012 50,485 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

air con belt deeply cracked

Fail 2 Feb 2012 50,485 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

air con belt deeply cracked

Pass 19 Mar 2011 44,208 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 38,162 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 38,162 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 30,685 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 24,313 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 24,313 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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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GY05 EFV is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,423 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GY05 EFV, 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 21 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GY05 EFV is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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