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AV08 ZPE

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

170,526 mi
Last recorded170,526 miles
Recorded on26 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 ZPE
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 26 May 2023 170,526 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2022 161,892 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 156,052 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 May 2021 156,049 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and inner wall worn very smooth replacement advised (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2020 150,640 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2019 140,962 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 131,942 miles

Both sides, top mount rubbers deteriated

Engine oil low.Added 1 ltr.

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Top bearing loose when hanging.

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

Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre pressures low. All four. (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four tyres are between 2 -> 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2018 131,942 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Engine oil low.Added 1 ltr.

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Top bearing loose when hanging.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Tyre obviously under inflated Tyre pressures low. All four. (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four tyres are between 2 -> 3 mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2017 120,496 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 May 2017 120,496 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 107,294 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 107,294 miles

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

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

Pass 5 May 2015 94,242 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 81,634 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2013 62,860 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 62,860 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 May 2012 43,658 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 27,906 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 27,906 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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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AV08 ZPE is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 AV08 ZPE, 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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AV08 ZPE is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 27 May 2008.

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