HYUNDAI MATRIX MOT pass rate
59.4% of 5,231 HYUNDAI MATRIX MOT tests pass.
The MATRIX passes 59.4% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all HYUNDAI models (79.7%).
The HYUNDAI MATRIX passes 59.4% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate stays relatively stable with age: 60.5% at 10–15 years versus 59.2% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (3) | 3 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | 60.5% | 448 | 82,076 miles |
| 15+ years | 59.2% | 4,780 | 81,082 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the HYUNDAI MATRIX
The most common reason the HYUNDAI MATRIX fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 46.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Projected beam image is obviously incorrect".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 46.8% | Projected beam image is obviously incorrect |
| Suspension | 46.7% | Ball joint excessively worn |
| Brakes | 43.5% | Excessively corroded |
| Body, chassis, structure | 30.9% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Tyres | 20.1% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 20.1% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 11.8% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 11.3% | Warning lamp indicates a fault |
| Steering | 9.9% | Ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.4% | Inscription illegible |
Related HYUNDAI models
- HYUNDAI I10 — 79.2% pass rate
- HYUNDAI TUCSON — 86.8% pass rate
- HYUNDAI I20 — 79.3% pass rate
- HYUNDAI I30 — 72.3% pass rate
- HYUNDAI IONIQ — 91.1% pass rate
- HYUNDAI IX35 — 71.3% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the HYUNDAI MATRIX?
- 59.4% of HYUNDAI MATRIX MOT tests pass, based on 5,231 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the HYUNDAI MATRIX?
- The most common reason the HYUNDAI MATRIX fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 46.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Projected beam image is obviously incorrect".
- Does this show the HYUNDAI MATRIX's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the HYUNDAI service history guide for how to check and keep one.