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KV02 UPE

2002 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

82,408 mi
Last recorded82,408 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Matrix62,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV02 UPE
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2020 82,408 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 80,791 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))

Fail 29 May 2019 80,791 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))

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

Pass 30 May 2018 76,745 miles

Both wiper blades slightly smeary

Offside Number plate light not working

Pass 23 May 2017 72,356 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 70,188 miles

Both front cv boots perishing

Fail 24 May 2016 70,188 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Both front cv boots perishing

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 14 Oct 2015 68,827 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 66,030 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 62,772 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2012 59,251 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 59,251 miles

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

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

Nearside wiper blade rubber split.

Pass 12 Jun 2012 57,877 miles

Air Bag Light on indicating a fault

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2011 53,104 miles

air bag light on

Fail 13 Jun 2011 53,104 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

air bag light on

Pass 3 Jun 2010 49,892 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 30 May 2009 48,344 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 May 2008 44,421 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 36,589 miles
Fail 17 May 2007 36,584 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 30,628 miles
Fail 31 May 2006 30,628 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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KV02 UPE is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 KV02 UPE, 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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What year was KV02 UPE registered?

KV02 UPE is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 30 May 2002.

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