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BF08 NHO

2008 Hyundai Matrix

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

94,074 mi
Last recorded94,074 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Matrix51,554 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 NHO
MakeHyundai
ModelMatrix
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 8 Dec 2020 94,074 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Outer cv boot slight leak of grease

engine oil sump corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2019 91,373 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 23 Oct 2019 91,367 miles

Offside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 89,136 miles

brake pipes corroding

exhaust flexi deteriorated and minor leak

front tyres inner edges worn

rear subframe corroded

suspension components corroded

Fail 22 Oct 2018 89,136 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

brake pipes corroding

exhaust flexi deteriorated and minor leak

front tyres inner edges worn

rear subframe corroded

suspension components corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2017 84,930 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 82,957 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 82,957 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2015 78,441 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 78,327 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 63,106 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 48,634 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 35,257 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 21,173 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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BF08 NHO is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BF08 NHO, 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 BF08 NHO registered?

BF08 NHO is a 2008 Hyundai Matrix, first registered on 4 March 2008.

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