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Hyundai Matrix reliability by build year

Coverage 2001-20101 named generationMPVPETROL

We've only got 777 MOT tests for Hyundai Matrixes built around 2007 (18 years old). Treat these numbers as a rough guide.

At a glance

Hyundai Matrix built around 2007: about average at the MOT

Hyundai Matrixes built around 2007 fail their MOT about as often as similar cars the same age. An independent inspection matters more than the wider numbers on cars this old.

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Key figure

35% of MOT tests on Hyundai Matrixes built around 2007 ended in a fail (retests included), against 33% for similar cars the same age.

Most common issue

The most common MOT issue on Hyundai Matrixes built around 2007 involves the brakes.

Before you view it

What to check before viewing

The Hyundai Matrix's most common MOT issues, turned into things to ask about or look for.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

By build year

How build years differ

Fail rates have been steady over the last three years. Use the build-year guide below to separate newer build years from older ones.

Find your Matrix's generation

Each card below is a different generation. Select your year and we'll highlight the match.

Matrix FC

FC (2001-2010)

Not enough tests to rate
PETROLDIESEL

32.5% fail rate, built around 2010 (15 years old)

Likely between 26.7% and 38.8%

Fails about as often as the average car this age (about 3 in 10 MOTs, 30.1%)

From 228 MOT tests at this ageView details →

Not sure which one you're looking at?

Match your build year to its generation, then see the fail rates for those build years of the Hyundai Matrix.

See every build year for the Hyundai Matrix

By age

Hyundai Matrix fail rate by age

This chart combines every Hyundai Matrix ever sold. It's good for the big picture. For one generation, scroll up to the build-year cards.

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rate
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
14 yearsbuilt around 2011
6930.4%
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
22832.5%
16 yearsbuilt around 2009
37531.5%
17 yearsbuilt around 2008
61235.6%
18 yearsbuilt around 2007
77735.0%
19 yearsbuilt around 2006
73135.2%
20 yearsbuilt around 2005
52133.6%
21 yearsbuilt around 2004
28333.6%
22 yearsbuilt around 2003
11730.8%
23 yearsbuilt around 2002
5733.3%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 17 years old.

All generations of this model

What goes wrong most often on 18-year-old Hyundai Matrixes

These issues come from 18-year-old Hyundai Matrixes, every generation combined.

All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    24.1%
    Advisory: 241Fail: 19 (7% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    23.3%
    Advisory: 251Fail: 31 (11% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    19.6%
    Advisory: 159Fail: 50 (24% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Suspension part corroded, but not seriously weakened

    19.1%
    Advisory: 215Fail: 26 (11% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing

    14.5%
    Advisory: 142Fail: 20 (12% of the times it was found)

Based on 777 MOT tests on 18-year-old Hyundai Matrixes, every generation combined.

All generations of this model

Issues that often appear together

The pairs seen most often when an MOT on 18-year-old Hyundai Matrixes notes problems with more than one part of the car.

Issues that often appear together on this model

All generations of this modelEnough data
  1. Brakes + Suspension31%
  2. Suspension + Tyres29%
  3. Brakes + Lighting27%
  4. Lighting + Suspension26%

Both were noted at the same test. That doesn't mean one caused the other.

Across 476 MOT tests on Hyundai Matrix cars built around 2007 (18 years old) where more than one part of the car was noted.

Still registered

How many are still registered, and recalls

How many of these are still registered in the UK, and what's been recalled across the model.

How many are still registered

Not enough registration data to show this for the Hyundai Matrix.

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Recall context

DVSA's recall list has no recalls filed under the Hyundai Matrix name. For the exact car, check with the maker or GOV.UK's recall checker.

Like-for-like

Other people carriers to compare

Other people carriers to compare

  1. 1

    Toyota Alphard

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.7%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7%
    Dangerous
    5.8%

    Lower fail rate: 22.7%, against 35.0% for the Hyundai Matrix, both built around 2007.

    1,994 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  2. 2

    Toyota Estima

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    22.9%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    4.6%
    Dangerous
    5.9%

    Lower fail rate: 22.9%, against 35.0% for the Hyundai Matrix, both built around 2007.

    1,246 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  3. 3

    Nissan Elgrand

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    25.3%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.9%
    Dangerous
    6.8%

    Lower fail rate: 25.3%, against 35.0% for the Hyundai Matrix, both built around 2007.

    1,761 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

  4. 4

    Volkswagen Caddy

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    30.5%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    9.8%
    Dangerous
    7.1%
    Still registered at 10 years
    88.8%

    Lower fail rate: 30.5%, against 35.0% for the Hyundai Matrix, both built around 2007.

    4,620 MOT tests on cars built around 2007

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Built around 2007 (18 years old), the Hyundai Matrix across all generations combined fails MOTs noticeably more often than typical for this age. This is based on 777 18-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

These figures come from DVSA's MOT records. Across every Hyundai Matrix ever sold: 3,770 tests. The main figures are for cars built around 2007 (18 years old): 777 tests. They are a guide, not a guarantee. Always inspect the car or have a mechanic check it.