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HF53 LAE

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,823 mi
Last recorded93,823 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 LAE
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 93,823 miles

Both rear tyres are cracked/perished

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component pipe/hose (2.3.3b)

Fail 4 Oct 2016 93,823 miles

Power steering pump drive system defective Belt excessively damaged (2.3.6)

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Both rear tyres are cracked/perished

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component pipe/hose (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 86,850 miles

engine covers+undertrays fitted

slight corrosion to brake pipes

Fail 23 Oct 2015 86,850 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

engine covers+undertrays fitted

slight corrosion to brake pipes

Pass 17 Oct 2014 73,241 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Oct 2013 58,946 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2012 46,658 miles

Nearside Inner 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)

Fail 26 Oct 2012 46,655 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 36,326 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 36,326 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 30,307 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 27,550 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 28 Nov 2009 25,913 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 22,007 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 19,134 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 14,033 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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HF53 LAE is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HF53 LAE, 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.

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What year was HF53 LAE registered?

HF53 LAE is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 22 October 2003.

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