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LJ53 UUY

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,421 mi
Last recorded70,421 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 UUY
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2022 70,421 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Sep 2022 70,421 miles

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

Offside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury bumper (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 58,916 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 58,915 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 47,291 miles

Damp stains around fuel tank no leaks at time of test

N/s/r service brake slight low effort

O/s/r tyre worn uneven

Pass 12 Sep 2019 38,133 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 38,131 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 31,682 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 11 Sep 2018 31,679 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Aug 2017 27,250 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 24,267 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 23,401 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 22,309 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 21,456 miles

both rear brake pipes rusty

Pass 12 Sep 2012 19,707 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 12 Sep 2012 19,706 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 18,680 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2011 18,679 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Aug 2010 17,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear exhaust joint very rusty

Pass 9 Sep 2009 15,799 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 12,071 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 8,401 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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LJ53 UUY is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 UUY, 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 UUY registered?

LJ53 UUY is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 15 October 2003.

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