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HK06 UKO

2006 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

157,541 mi
Last recorded157,541 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Matrix54,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK06 UKO
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2026 157,541 miles

Front Subframe is corroded but not considered excessive

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Subframe is corroded but not considered excessive

Pass 25 Jul 2025 149,419 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 149,419 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 139,911 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2024 139,884 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened axle beam corroded and holed (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2023 131,982 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 28 Jul 2023 131,968 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Faded lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jul 2022 125,958 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Nov 2020 116,040 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 106,786 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 92,756 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 92,756 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2017 83,769 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 79,669 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 79,669 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2015 73,351 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 67,388 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 62,251 miles

nsr childseat

osf tyre worn inner edge

Pass 6 Jul 2012 50,990 miles

airbag light on

Pass 23 Jun 2011 41,174 miles

front tyres inner edges worn

Pass 25 Jun 2010 35,235 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 35,235 miles

Nearside Rear Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 28,327 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

child seat to n/s/r

Fail 17 Jun 2009 28,327 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

child seat to n/s/r

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
Full Hyundai Matrix reliability report

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HK06 UKO is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 54,238 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 HK06 UKO, 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 20 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 HK06 UKO registered?

HK06 UKO is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 27 June 2006.

Is HK06 UKO safe to buy?

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