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SP53 AZU

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,031 mi
Last recorded62,031 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 AZU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 62,031 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 61,002 miles

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

Oil leak

both rear tyre's cracking

Pass 23 Apr 2012 60,496 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear tyre's starting to crack

Fail 14 Apr 2011 59,601 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 59,601 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 55,235 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 50,650 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 50,650 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2008 42,898 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 33,583 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 24,547 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 24,547 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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SP53 AZU is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SP53 AZU, 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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What year was SP53 AZU registered?

SP53 AZU is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 12 September 2003.

Is SP53 AZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP53 AZU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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