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HJ55 RKU

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

78,039 mi
Last recorded78,039 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 RKU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2019 78,039 miles

Offside Front Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

rear wheel nuts missing

Pass 5 Jan 2018 72,388 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 4 Jan 2018 72,386 miles

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 67,589 miles

Clutch bite point very low causing clutch drag.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Oct 2016 67,589 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Clutch bite point very low causing clutch drag.

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 63,251 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 58,280 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 58,273 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 52,472 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 45,595 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 39,342 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 39,342 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 32,164 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 21,540 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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HJ55 RKU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 HJ55 RKU, 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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HJ55 RKU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 22 September 2005.

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