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VE54 UDY

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

120,731 mi
Last recorded120,731 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE54 UDY
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 120,731 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 110,731 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 97,913 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inside (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 Apr 2016 97,913 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush d bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inside (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 86,505 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2015 86,498 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 74,393 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2014 74,393 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 65,000 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2012 54,456 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2012 54,456 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 44,723 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 44,723 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2010 35,789 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2010 35,789 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2009 24,406 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2008 13,443 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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VE54 UDY is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 VE54 UDY, 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 VE54 UDY registered?

VE54 UDY is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 14 January 2005.

Is VE54 UDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE54 UDY shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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