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WU08 XRJ

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

37,938 mi
Last recorded37,938 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 XRJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 37,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 28,396 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2024 28,059 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 27,335 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 26,617 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2021 25,456 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2020 24,863 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 23,644 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 5 Feb 2019 23,644 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 22,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Feb 2017 20,687 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 19,013 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 17,396 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside front wiper split

Pass 6 Feb 2014 15,274 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 13,658 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 12,352 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 9,429 miles

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

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

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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WU08 XRJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 WU08 XRJ, 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

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What year was WU08 XRJ registered?

WU08 XRJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WU08 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 XRJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WU08 XRJ have outstanding finance?

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