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RE08 UZY

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

78,507 mi
Last recorded78,507 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 UZY
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 78,507 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 28 Feb 2019 78,507 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Mar 2018 72,888 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 66,651 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 59,934 miles

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

Offside Front wing damaged

Fail 19 Apr 2016 59,934 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

Offside Front wing damaged

Pass 22 Apr 2015 53,371 miles

both front tyres worn inner edge

o/s/f wing damaged

Fail 17 Apr 2015 53,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)

both front tyres worn inner edge

o/s/f wing damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2014 47,300 miles

o/s/f wing damaged

Fail 28 Apr 2014 47,300 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

o/s/f wing damaged

Pass 10 May 2013 42,901 miles

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

wiper blades in poor condition

Fail 10 May 2013 42,901 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre worn to 2.2mm

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 23 Apr 2012 34,939 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 27,910 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 UZY is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 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 RE08 UZY, 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 RE08 UZY registered?

RE08 UZY is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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The MOT history for RE08 UZY shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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