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LJ53 UTX

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

110,172 mi
Last recorded110,172 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 UTX
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2016 110,172 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2nd box (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 10,151 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 90,227 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 80,227 miles

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

Oil leak

front brake discs worn

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 13 Feb 2012 71,587 miles

Oil leak

Fail 13 Feb 2012 71,587 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2011 63,570 miles

Near side rear reg lamp dim

Near side rear tyre mishapen and has screw in it

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2010 58,409 miles

Oil leak

brake pedal rubber worn

rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 23 Jan 2009 53,387 miles

brake pedal antislip pad has a small split

front brake discs worn and lipped

Pass 19 Feb 2008 47,785 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 1 Dec 2006 34,673 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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LJ53 UTX is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LJ53 UTX, 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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What year was LJ53 UTX registered?

LJ53 UTX is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is LJ53 UTX safe to buy?

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