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SV56 XMG

2006 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

113,721 mi
Last recorded113,721 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Matrix54,238 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV56 XMG
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 113,721 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2024 108,420 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 101,939 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2023 101,939 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Dec 2022 96,740 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 90,235 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 84,639 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 77,517 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2019 77,517 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 19 Dec 2018 70,986 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 70,986 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Engine oil below minimum level.

Pass 18 Dec 2017 64,681 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 58,443 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 52,179 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 52,179 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 44,839 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edge

Fail 15 Dec 2014 44,839 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 6 Jan 2014 36,694 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 29,328 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 23,935 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 17,745 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 11,914 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 10,430 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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SV56 XMG is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 54,238 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 SV56 XMG, 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 20 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SV56 XMG registered?

SV56 XMG is a 2006 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 25 October 2006.

Is SV56 XMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV56 XMG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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