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SL08 VFC

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Grey Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2014
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,207 mi
Last recorded27,207 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 VFC
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2013 27,207 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 7 May 2013 27,207 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 May 2012 23,887 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 18,552 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 18,548 miles

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

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

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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SL08 VFC is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Grey with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SL08 VFC, 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 SL08 VFC registered?

SL08 VFC is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SL08 VFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 VFC shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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