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LK53 KOU

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,783 mi
Last recorded43,783 miles
Recorded on16 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 KOU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2017 43,783 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 43,783 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2016 37,694 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 32,953 miles

nearside rear tyre on 3.mm tread depth.

Fail 13 May 2015 32,953 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre on 3.mm tread depth.

Pass 10 May 2014 29,155 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 3 May 2014 29,133 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2013 27,388 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 25,313 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 22,807 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 20,139 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 17,387 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 13,740 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 10,813 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 9,243 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 KOU is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LK53 KOU, 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 KOU registered?

LK53 KOU is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 13 November 2003.

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