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KE03 YMU

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

71,795 mi
Last recorded71,795 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE03 YMU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 71,795 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2025 71,570 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 64,709 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2024 64,698 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2023 54,448 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 52,412 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 8 Aug 2022 52,412 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 51,365 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 50,573 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 49,399 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 48,256 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 46,814 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 45,151 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 43,211 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 41,657 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 39,609 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 34,786 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 31,576 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 27,477 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 23,934 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 18,831 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 13,690 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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KE03 YMU is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 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 KE03 YMU, 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 23 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 KE03 YMU registered?

KE03 YMU is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 15 May 2003.

Is KE03 YMU safe to buy?

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