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PL08 OWJ

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

75,157 mi
Last recorded75,157 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 OWJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2017 75,157 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2016 68,290 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 61,198 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 61,198 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 53,674 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 46,556 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 24 Jul 2012 34,848 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 24,516 miles

nails in both rear tyres

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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PL08 OWJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PL08 OWJ, 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 PL08 OWJ registered?

PL08 OWJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is PL08 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 OWJ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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