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KP08 WXK

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,095 mi
Last recorded120,095 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 WXK
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 120,095 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 14 Nov 2025 120,094 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/55-15 85v (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 112,360 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 15 Nov 2024 112,360 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 13 Nov 2023 104,265 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022 97,695 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 88,451 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2021 88,451 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 82,369 miles

Front Chip in front window view not effected.

Pass 8 Nov 2019 75,228 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 61,520 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Nov 2017 48,634 miles

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 36,260 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 26,139 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2014 24,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 24,811 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 24,078 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 24,078 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Fail 11 Oct 2012 23,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 23,234 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 19,924 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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KP08 WXK is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KP08 WXK, 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 KP08 WXK registered?

KP08 WXK is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is KP08 WXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 WXK shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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