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HV08 BZJ

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

24,815 mi
Last recorded24,815 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 BZJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 24,815 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both on limits (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 21,428 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2025 21,428 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 19,381 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2023 18,335 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 17,549 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2022 17,549 miles

Nearside 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))

Pass 27 Jan 2021 17,031 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 16,382 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 14,026 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2019 14,026 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2018 12,933 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 12,933 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2017 11,839 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 10,901 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 9,825 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 8,715 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 7,804 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 6,833 miles

nearside door mirror outer cover slightly damaged

Pass 11 Mar 2011 4,948 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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HV08 BZJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,554 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 HV08 BZJ, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HV08 BZJ registered?

HV08 BZJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is HV08 BZJ safe to buy?

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