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WJ05 VRK

2005 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

76,246 mi
Last recorded76,246 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Matrix55,423 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ05 VRK
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2019 76,246 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 70,308 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 67,360 miles

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

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

Fail 5 May 2017 67,354 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 May 2016 63,100 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 59,240 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 59,240 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 56,208 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 56,194 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Fail 10 Apr 2012 47,402 miles

Airbag system warning light illuminated.

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 10 Apr 2012 47,402 miles

Airbag system warning light illuminated.

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 2 Mar 2011 30,870 miles

Airbag system warning light illuminated.

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

Fail 2 Mar 2011 30,870 miles

Airbag system warning light illuminated.

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2010 21,539 miles

Air-bag system warning light illuminated.

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 19,297 miles

air bag light on

Pass 11 Mar 2008 16,056 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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WJ05 VRK is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 WJ05 VRK, 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

How do I check the history of WJ05 VRK?

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What year was WJ05 VRK registered?

WJ05 VRK is a 2005 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is WJ05 VRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WJ05 VRK shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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