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KE53 DBX

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,332 mi
Last recorded129,332 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 DBX
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2021 129,332 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2021 129,327 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2020 126,262 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 121,051 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 113,540 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2017 105,529 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear slightly out of shape

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both rear sills slightly corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2016 98,651 miles

BOTH REAR SILLS CORRODED

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN APPROX2.5MM (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 92,681 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

both rear outer sills corroded

rear exhaust box corroded at join with slight blow

Pass 12 Aug 2014 86,755 miles

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

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

both rear sills becoming corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2013 78,309 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 69,825 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 69,825 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 63,236 miles

n/s front tyre bald on both edges

o/s power steering pipe damp with oil

o/s steering rack boot damp with oil

Pass 18 Aug 2010 59,265 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 55,601 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 50,658 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 50,650 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 42,536 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 30,658 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 30,658 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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KE53 DBX is a 2003 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 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 KE53 DBX, 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.

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KE53 DBX is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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