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VA57 FDN

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,104 mi
Last recorded68,104 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA57 FDN
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2019 68,104 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 46,684 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 42,548 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 36,634 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper split

Rear wiper spilt

Pass 8 Jan 2015 31,115 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 25,885 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 20,649 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 17,959 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2012 17,959 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 13,211 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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VA57 FDN is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 51,554 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 VA57 FDN, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VA57 FDN?

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What year was VA57 FDN registered?

VA57 FDN is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 12 January 2008.

Is VA57 FDN safe to buy?

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