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YX53 GSO

2003 Hyundai Matrix

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

115,712 mi
Last recorded115,712 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Matrix57,374 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 GSO
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Fail 15 Sep 2021 115,712 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Sub-frame likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2020 113,178 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 110,474 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 106,814 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2018 106,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 104,233 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both fronts worn on outsides (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 101,127 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 2 Oct 2015 97,425 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 97,420 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2014 93,280 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 87,707 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 19 Sep 2013 87,702 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 82,540 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 41,753 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 63,184 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 52,983 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 40,979 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2008 24,252 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 24 Nov 2008 24,252 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 18,198 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 13,242 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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YX53 GSO is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Matrix models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 57,374 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 YX53 GSO, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YX53 GSO is a 2003 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 12 December 2003.

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