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MJ08 YHX

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

69,585 mi
Last recorded69,585 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 YHX
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2024 69,585 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2024 69,585 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 61,885 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at front flexi (split) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front brake flexi-hose tie wrapped to shocker( mounting bolt snapped)

Fail 3 Nov 2023 61,371 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at front flexi (split) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front brake flexi-hose tie wrapped to shocker( mounting bolt snapped)

Pass 11 Nov 2022 55,389 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 53,365 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 51,298 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2019 49,442 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 15 Apr 2019 49,442 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge side wall perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 46,343 miles

Nearside Front brake binding slightly

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 43,322 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 407,309 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 37,554 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

n/s/r tyre wearing on inside

Pass 17 Apr 2014 34,533 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 32,200 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 16 Apr 2013 32,197 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 8 May 2012 30,231 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 22,535 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 22,535 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim 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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MJ08 YHX is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MJ08 YHX, 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 MJ08 YHX registered?

MJ08 YHX is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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