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HV08 XKL

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2025
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

117,550 mi
Last recorded117,550 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV08 XKL
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2024 117,550 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 113,393 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2023 113,393 miles

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

Offside 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))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 108,275 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 96,747 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 96,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2021 91,836 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 90,693 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 85,987 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 81,910 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x5 (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged rubbing on abs wire (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 28 Feb 2018 81,910 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' x5 (8.3.1d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged rubbing on abs wire (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 78,359 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 74,342 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 67,499 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 60,034 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 51,771 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 42,886 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 32,833 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 XKL is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XKL, 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 XKL registered?

HV08 XKL is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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