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YG08 EEJ

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

67,599 mi
Last recorded67,599 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYG08 EEJ
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 67,599 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2020 67,589 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 63,731 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 59,080 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2018 59,072 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded backplate (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 May 2017 53,093 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Engine light on

Oil pan VERY corroded & leaking

Pass 2 Jun 2016 49,358 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)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 41,014 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 41,014 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 28,778 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2012 20,511 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 20,499 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 18,660 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 15,478 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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YG08 EEJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YG08 EEJ, 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 YG08 EEJ registered?

YG08 EEJ is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is YG08 EEJ safe to buy?

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