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KF05 VHG

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

40,692 mi
Last recorded40,692 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF05 VHG
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 40,692 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 35,693 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 33,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 30,740 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 29,086 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 26,627 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 26,288 miles

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))

offside & nearside cv boots getting worn

Pass 21 Feb 2019 25,722 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2018 24,862 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 23,963 miles

front wipers getting worn

Pass 16 Feb 2016 22,484 miles

Front wipers getting worn

Pass 26 Feb 2015 21,237 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 19,620 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 19,611 miles

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

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 1 Mar 2013 17,847 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 16,013 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 14,490 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 12,713 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 11,326 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 9,669 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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KF05 VHG is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,423 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 KF05 VHG, 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 21 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 KF05 VHG registered?

KF05 VHG is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is KF05 VHG safe to buy?

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