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YP08 TXS

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

73,821 mi
Last recorded73,821 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 TXS
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 73,821 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2024 71,364 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 71,364 miles

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 68,796 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2023 68,794 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both Sides (4.1.2 (a))

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

Coil spring corroded All 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 65,968 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 63,022 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 60,300 miles

both rear and offside front tyres wearing on edge

Pass 20 Nov 2019 58,042 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 54,384 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 50,228 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2017 50,228 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 44,820 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 39,468 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 32,930 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 26,138 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 20,675 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 14,837 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 13,132 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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YP08 TXS is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 YP08 TXS, 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 YP08 TXS registered?

YP08 TXS is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is YP08 TXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP08 TXS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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