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AO08 GMY

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Grey Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,367 mi
Last recorded79,367 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 GMY
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2021 79,367 miles

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2021 79,367 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 74,322 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2020 74,318 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 70,684 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 70,682 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 67,642 miles

Nearside Front Signs of N/S/F tyre rubbing on arch liner.

Fail 4 Jun 2018 67,639 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine Sump excessively corroded allowing oil to drip on ground whilst vehicle is stationary. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Signs of N/S/F tyre rubbing on arch liner.

Pass 30 May 2017 63,930 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 58,973 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 57,282 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 57,282 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 52,418 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 46,142 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2013 39,050 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2013 39,050 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 31,680 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 25,529 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

nearside rear tyre worn approx 3mm

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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AO08 GMY is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Grey with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 AO08 GMY, 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.

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AO08 GMY is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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