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YJ04 FKS

2004 Hyundai Matrix

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2022
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

101,055 mi
Last recorded101,055 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Matrix57,312 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ04 FKS
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2021 101,055 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2021 101,055 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2019 91,229 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 8 Jul 2019 91,225 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded around fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 3 Jan 2018 84,074 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 72,738 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front too rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 60,627 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 60,426 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake disc's,corrosion

squeal,rear brakes on applying

Pass 7 Feb 2014 45,942 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Feb 2014 45,942 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside rear tyre pressure low

Pass 11 Feb 2013 35,755 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre perished low and bold on both edges

Pass 14 Feb 2012 28,994 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 28,991 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jan 2011 23,871 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 23,868 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 20,507 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 20,507 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 17,576 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2008 14,868 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 10,788 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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YJ04 FKS is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 57,312 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 YJ04 FKS, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YJ04 FKS is a 2004 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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