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ST05 MVU

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

49,425 mi
Last recorded49,425 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST05 MVU
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 49,425 miles

Rear axle slight corrosion.

Sub frame slight corrosion

Pass 17 Sep 2019 49,066 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

front subframe looks corroded

Pass 18 Sep 2018 47,839 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 46,252 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 44,400 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 44,400 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 40,688 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 40,688 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2014 37,134 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2014 37,086 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

nearside rear tyre cracked

offside rear tyre cracked

Pass 22 Oct 2013 33,022 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 32,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 32,954 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 32,770 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 32,423 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 31,855 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Apr 2008 30,895 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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ST05 MVU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 55,423 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 ST05 MVU, 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 21 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 ST05 MVU registered?

ST05 MVU is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is ST05 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ST05 MVU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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