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KU52 UGT

2002 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

76,479 mi
Last recorded76,479 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Matrix62,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 UGT
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2017 76,479 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Jan 2017 76,464 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 70,063 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 19 Jan 2016 70,063 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 65,267 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 61,434 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 61,434 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 58,819 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2013 58,805 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

nearside rear tyre out of shape

Pass 20 Mar 2012 57,813 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

air bag warning light on

Fail 20 Mar 2012 57,813 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

air bag warning light on

Pass 24 Mar 2011 44,486 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 44,486 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 30,881 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 16,880 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 6,153 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 6 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 41,475 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 41,475 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2005 31,102 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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KU52 UGT is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 KU52 UGT, 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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KU52 UGT is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 16 October 2002.

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