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RF08 HZG

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,823 mi
Last recorded79,823 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 HZG
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2021 79,823 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2021 79,823 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2019 72,643 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2019 72,643 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 47,956 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 Jul 2017 47,956 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed walls (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 20,050 miles

Slight play in o/s/r wheel bearing

Pass 6 Jul 2011 17,249 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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RF08 HZG is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 RF08 HZG, 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 RF08 HZG registered?

RF08 HZG is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is RF08 HZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 HZG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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