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LK53 BWU

2004 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,873 mi
Last recorded108,873 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2016
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Matrix57,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 BWU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2016 108,873 miles

front pads low

Pass 26 Nov 2015 99,093 miles

Damage to front bumper.

Damage to nearside rear corner of vehicle,

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear exhaust corroded at joint with centre section.

Fail 26 Nov 2015 99,093 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Damage to front bumper.

Damage to nearside rear corner of vehicle,

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear exhaust corroded at joint with centre section.

Fail 8 Dec 2014 88,796 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2014 88,796 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 74,071 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 62,842 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 49,719 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 37,143 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 37,143 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

front discs slightly worn and lipped

Pass 25 Jun 2009 20,517 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 20,515 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 18,756 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 18,756 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 15,780 miles

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

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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LK53 BWU is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 57,312 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 LK53 BWU, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LK53 BWU registered?

LK53 BWU is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 10 February 2004.

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