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SW05 DNE

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

117,830 mi
Last recorded117,830 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 DNE
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 117,830 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 110,928 miles

corrosion on comps and structure // steering and susp slight // d.links // b.pipes/slight corrosion

Fail 30 Jul 2013 110,928 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion on comps and structure // steering and susp slight // d.links // b.pipes/slight corrosion

Pass 22 May 2012 102,088 miles

exhaust system deteriorated

Fail 21 May 2012 102,088 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 16 May 2011 99,466 miles

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

Fail 16 May 2011 88,466 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2010 74,601 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 26 May 2009 63,614 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2009 63,614 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 50,513 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 50,512 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SW05 DNE is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 SW05 DNE, 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.

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What year was SW05 DNE registered?

SW05 DNE is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is SW05 DNE safe to buy?

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