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HV08 GVG

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,208 mi
Last recorded82,208 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 82,208 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Aug 2019 82,208 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 81,052 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 74,611 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

both front tyres are wearing on inner edges

Fail 21 Jun 2017 74,499 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 7 Jan 2016 61,579 miles

front brake discs and pads are wearing thin

nail in n/s/r tyre

Fail 7 Jan 2016 61,579 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake discs and pads are wearing thin

nail in n/s/r tyre

Pass 27 Oct 2014 45,918 miles

n/s/r tyre is wearing on edges and has cuts in tread

Pass 13 Jun 2013 33,589 miles

Cut in n/s/r tyre.

Pass 31 Oct 2012 28,010 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Feb 2012 21,295 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 19,722 miles

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

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 GVG is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GVG, 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.

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What year was HV08 GVG registered?

HV08 GVG is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 18 March 2008.

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