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MA05 VCF

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

97,177 mi
Last recorded97,177 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA05 VCF
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2015 97,177 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

oil leek

Fail 12 Nov 2015 97,177 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner and outer edges

oil leek

Pass 8 Nov 2014 88,928 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Oct 2014 88,556 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2013 77,873 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 77,839 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 69,043 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2012 68,855 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 26 Oct 2011 64,019 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front brake discs are lipped and worn

Pass 26 Oct 2011 64,019 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

front brake discs are lipped and worn

Pass 3 Nov 2010 58,635 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 58,635 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2009 48,643 miles

2 Rear Tyres low and wearing on edges

Offside Front brake pads just mot passable recomend immediate change

slight oil leak sump plug

wear on fro nt brake disc's

Pass 10 May 2008 35,056 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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MA05 VCF is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,423 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 MA05 VCF, 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 21 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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MA05 VCF is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 11 May 2005.

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