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MF08 BJO

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

101,371 mi
Last recorded101,371 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 BJO
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2025 101,371 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Multiple (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 101,371 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Multiple (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2024 99,518 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material & Offside Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2024 99,518 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material & Offside Rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Nov 2023 97,681 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement & corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Nov 2022 95,752 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 93,430 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 87,406 miles

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

Fail 14 Jul 2020 87,406 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 1 Jul 2020 87,406 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 78,138 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 78,129 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2018 71,093 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 64,483 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 60,062 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear in places & rear ones (3.6.B.2c)

both front outer cv boots cracking

Fail 22 Feb 2016 60,060 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear in places & rear ones (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. nearside slower when together (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

both front outer cv boots cracking

Pass 18 Feb 2015 56,086 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 52,480 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 47,379 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 41,041 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 34,268 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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MF08 BJO is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 MF08 BJO, 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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MF08 BJO is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 17 March 2008.

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