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WF57 XEL

2007 Hyundai Matrix

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

65,626 mi
Last recorded65,626 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2007 Hyundai Matrix54,693 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF57 XEL
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 65,626 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 14 Sep 2024 59,347 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2024 59,347 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2023 55,509 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2023 55,509 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 52,298 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 48,235 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 45,652 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 44,268 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 44,268 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 39,874 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 34,491 miles

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

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

both rear tyres cracking/perrishing

front bumper/grill/ damaged

front pads look to be getting low

Fail 17 Oct 2017 34,491 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front bumper/grill/ damaged

front pads look to be getting low

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

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

both rear tyres cracking/perrishing

Pass 14 Oct 2016 27,265 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2016 27,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2015 21,899 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 18,964 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 18,964 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 17,323 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 15,846 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 13,425 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 10,442 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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WF57 XEL is a 2007 Hyundai Matrix in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2007 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 54,693 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 WF57 XEL, 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 19 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WF57 XEL registered?

WF57 XEL is a 2007 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 6 December 2007.

Is WF57 XEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WF57 XEL shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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