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LX08 OAJ

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

94,558 mi
Last recorded94,558 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX08 OAJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 94,558 miles

advise operation of n/s handbrake

advise slight play in n/s rear wheel bearing

Pass 28 Feb 2025 85,785 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 75,305 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 64,054 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2022 63,675 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 61,511 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 60,477 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge right on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2019 54,678 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 48,851 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 44,339 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 44,339 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 42,001 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Slight grease leak to both front outer cv gaiters

Pass 24 Feb 2015 37,800 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 31,784 miles

rear reg plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 21 Feb 2013 26,598 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 26,598 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 212,433 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 15,676 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 15,676 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

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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LX08 OAJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 LX08 OAJ, 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 LX08 OAJ registered?

LX08 OAJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is LX08 OAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX08 OAJ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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