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NH08 MZW

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

82,236 mi
Last recorded82,236 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNH08 MZW
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 82,236 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 77,385 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2022 77,385 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 3 Jun 2021 73,541 miles

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

Slight corrosion to front and rear suspension

Pass 5 Jun 2020 71,809 miles

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

Offside Front tyre tread deeply cracked

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

corrosion to rear suspension

Fail 3 Jun 2020 71,809 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective hose split (1.1.10 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front tyre tread deeply cracked

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

corrosion to rear suspension

Pass 23 May 2019 68,618 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracked

front suspension corroded

rear suspension corroded

Fail 21 May 2019 68,616 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding unable to turn wheel (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

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

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracked

front suspension corroded

rear suspension corroded

Central Front engine oil sump pan corroded and damp with oil

Pass 13 Jun 2018 65,328 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre x2 ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Perishing to both rear tyres

Pass 1 Jun 2017 61,029 miles

Offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Pass 15 Jun 2016 56,251 miles

Both front tyres worn smooth on inner surfaces

Both rear tyres perishing

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

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded High pressure hose (2.3.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 50,014 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

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

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

Offside Upper Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 45,967 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 43,699 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 36,691 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 25,664 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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NH08 MZW is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NH08 MZW, 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 NH08 MZW registered?

NH08 MZW is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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