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SN03 VAM

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

100,903 mi
Last recorded100,903 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN03 VAM
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2020 100,903 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill marked yellow (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 98,519 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 97,039 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 92,273 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded flexible to wheel cylinder. (3.6.B.2c)

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

Fail 10 Feb 2017 92,273 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded flexible to wheel cylinder. (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure inner clip. (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 87,263 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both main feed pipes, near flexible hoses. (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near join with centre pipe. (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Feb 2016 87,263 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both main feed pipes, near flexible hoses. (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near join with centre pipe. (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 81,226 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 74,652 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 67,675 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2013 67,674 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Feb 2012 60,822 miles

Rear tyres getting low on tread

Pass 2 Feb 2011 54,351 miles

offside front cv gaitor has weaped grease from inner clip

rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

slight exhaust blow from rear

Fail 2 Feb 2011 54,351 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

offside front cv gaitor has weaped grease from inner clip

rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded

slight exhaust blow from rear

Pass 2 Feb 2010 47,475 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 47,475 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Feb 2009 40,691 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 33,761 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2007 25,656 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 25,656 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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SN03 VAM is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 SN03 VAM, 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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SN03 VAM is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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