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LS08 VPM

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,180 mi
Last recorded79,180 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS08 VPM
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 79,180 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 75,204 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 69,262 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 63,525 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 58,427 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 53,387 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 50,500 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 47,257 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 47,214 miles

Rear Fuel hose leaking pipe to tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 43,529 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 39,283 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,540 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 36,083 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 33,147 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 29,044 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 24,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 24,887 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 21,992 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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LS08 VPM is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,554 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 LS08 VPM, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LS08 VPM registered?

LS08 VPM is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is LS08 VPM safe to buy?

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