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RX53 SXL

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

97,457 mi
Last recorded97,457 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 SXL
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 97,457 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 89,094 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 80,254 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 71,378 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2015 71,378 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 64,195 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 64,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 63,121 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 59,348 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 52,289 miles

cuts in offside front tyre outer side wall

Pass 6 Sep 2010 46,836 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 42,556 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 35,717 miles

n/s/r tyre misshaped worn low

Pass 11 Sep 2007 31,406 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 27,496 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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RX53 SXL is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 RX53 SXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX53 SXL registered?

RX53 SXL is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is RX53 SXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 SXL shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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