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RK58 VMU

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,831 mi
Last recorded62,831 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 VMU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 62,831 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 62,527 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 61,412 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 61,406 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jul 2023 60,583 miles

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

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

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

reversing lights not working

Pass 26 Jul 2022 59,831 miles

Nearside Rear Screw in tyre

Reversing lights not working

Pass 3 Aug 2021 59,270 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2021 59,253 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 58,456 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 56,016 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 52,609 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 48,672 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 44,499 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 39,732 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 34,877 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 34,877 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 29,761 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 23,444 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 17,108 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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RK58 VMU is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RK58 VMU, 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 RK58 VMU registered?

RK58 VMU is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 18 September 2008.

Is RK58 VMU safe to buy?

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