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VU03 WGM

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Red Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

66,699 mi
Last recorded66,699 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU03 WGM
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 66,699 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 66,699 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 65,979 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 64,926 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 63,963 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 62,513 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 61,223 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 61,199 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2011 59,706 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 58,701 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 57,655 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 52,884 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 52,884 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 43,852 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 33,840 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2006 33,832 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Pass 7 Mar 2006 33,516 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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VU03 WGM is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 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 VU03 WGM, 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 23 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 VU03 WGM registered?

VU03 WGM is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 5 March 2003.

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The MOT history for VU03 WGM 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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