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AU08 PLF

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,547 mi
Last recorded68,547 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 PLF
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 68,547 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2025 64,916 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2024 61,732 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2023 57,744 miles

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2023 57,742 miles

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

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 54,458 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2021 51,169 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front tyres worn/bald inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2020 47,978 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 44,138 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 44,124 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 39,428 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 35,153 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 29,640 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 23,959 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Mar 2014 17,984 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 16,197 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 13,719 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 10,743 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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AU08 PLF is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AU08 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Matrix is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU08 PLF registered?

AU08 PLF is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 3 March 2008.

Is AU08 PLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 PLF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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