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LK53 KNG

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

94,237 mi
Last recorded94,237 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 KNG
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2020 94,237 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 17 Sep 2020 94,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases mid (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 89,271 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2019 89,271 miles

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

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

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 85,271 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2018 85,271 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 79,489 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 74,369 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Sep 2016 74,369 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 69,197 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under bonnet (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 63,519 miles

Nearside rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Nearside rear wheel bearing noisy when spun at speed

Offside rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 17 Sep 2013 57,677 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 52,263 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 47,486 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 47,486 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 41,334 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 34,805 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 30 Sep 2009 34,805 miles

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

rear wiper blade split

Pass 24 Sep 2008 29,015 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2007 23,061 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 17,775 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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LK53 KNG is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 KNG, 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 LK53 KNG registered?

LK53 KNG is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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