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RE08 JRO

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

30,669 mi
Last recorded30,669 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 JRO
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 30,669 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2024 30,594 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 30,531 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 30,379 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2022 30,379 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 30,006 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 29,477 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2019 27,909 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 26,337 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2018 26,337 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 May 2017 24,568 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 20,346 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 16,456 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 14,532 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 13,212 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 11,184 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 8,550 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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RE08 JRO is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 RE08 JRO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RE08 JRO registered?

RE08 JRO is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is RE08 JRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 JRO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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