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RK53 AHD

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

60,606 mi
Last recorded60,606 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2022
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK53 AHD
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2022 60,606 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

oil leak

small exhaust blow

Fail 19 Jul 2022 60,600 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outter sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

oil leak

small exhaust blow

Pass 9 Dec 2020 53,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 53,065 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 52,033 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 52,024 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nsr and osr (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rears (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 49,770 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cyl (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cyl (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 47,145 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 44,261 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 40,960 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 40,042 miles

Both rear tyres slight cracking treads outer edges

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

Oil leak

Fail 16 Dec 2013 37,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 37,460 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Dec 2012 35,052 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 20 Dec 2011 32,717 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Dec 2010 29,920 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Spare tyre defective

Pass 4 Dec 2009 26,956 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Fail 4 Dec 2009 26,956 miles

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 23,664 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

rear wiper torn

Pass 16 Nov 2007 19,993 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 19,993 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 16,798 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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RK53 AHD is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 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 RK53 AHD, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RK53 AHD is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 15 November 2003.

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