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J88 RGS

2002 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

83,729 mi
Last recorded83,729 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2012
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Matrix62,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ88 RGS
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2012 83,729 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 76,441 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 67,954 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 59,758 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

both rear tyres starting to crack 195/55/15V

Pass 13 Mar 2008 50,689 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 41,727 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 32,403 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 32,403 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 29,277 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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J88 RGS is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 62,357 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 J88 RGS, 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 24 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J88 RGS registered?

J88 RGS is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 25 November 2002.

Is J88 RGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J88 RGS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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