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YR02 PLF

2002 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

92,015 mi
Last recorded92,015 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2016
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Matrix62,357 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR02 PLF
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2016 92,015 miles

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

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Mar 2016 91,362 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Both side (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Bottom wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Advise replacment (4.1.E.1)

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 89,178 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside front wheel binding slightly

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2015 89,057 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside front wheel binding slightly

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 88,035 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2014 88,017 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 80,158 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 80,158 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 64,898 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 55,795 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

advise rear bot handle slow on reaction advise to be freed off

Pass 4 Jan 2010 52,499 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 48,570 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 48,570 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 44,456 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2007 39,997 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2007 39,997 miles

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

brake pipes undersealed

Pass 8 Feb 2006 35,245 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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YR02 PLF is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2002 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 62,357 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 YR02 PLF, 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 24 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YR02 PLF is a 2002 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 16 March 2002.

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