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RY52 AWJ

2002 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1794cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,092 mi
Last recorded82,092 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Matrix62,357 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY52 AWJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,794cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 Nov 2025 82,092 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2025 76,935 miles

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 72,232 miles

Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 65,497 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 60,701 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 55,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

General corrosion

Pass 7 Aug 2019 51,517 miles

Engine management light is on.

Nearside Front Wing heavily damaged but not likely to cause injury.

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides into and out of hoses (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Rear drum brakes are squeaking. Will require further inspection

Pass 27 Jul 2018 46,734 miles

Engine management lighton

Pass 27 Jun 2017 39,283 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 24,693 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 22,975 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 21,406 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 19,639 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 17,389 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 14,718 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 13,102 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 11,845 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 9,826 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 7,751 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 5,784 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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RY52 AWJ is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,794cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 62,357 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 RY52 AWJ, 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 24 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RY52 AWJ registered?

RY52 AWJ is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 17 December 2002.

Is RY52 AWJ safe to buy?

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