2009 Hyundai Matrix 1.6L Petrol · EO59 OPM

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward neglect following a period of stability. While the car achieved three clean passes between 2022 and 2024, the most recent test in September 2025 at 58,311 miles revealed multiple defects. The presence of a front tyre worn to the legal limit and a severely deteriorated CV boot indicates that while the vehicle is functional, basic preventative maintenance and attention to impending component failure are being overlooked. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,430 miles per year. Data shows consistent low-usage patterns, moving from 28,961 miles in 2021 to 58,311 miles in 2025. However, this low annual mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components. The 2021 record flagged perishing and cracking tyres, which, when combined with the low distance driven, suggests the vehicle may sit for long periods, causing materials to dry and fail regardless of mileage-related wear. A buyer must inspect the front drive assembly specifically, as the CV joint boot has failed twice, once in 2021 and again in 2025. This recurring fault suggests a failure to replace the boot before it leaks grease and damages the joint itself. The 2025 advisory regarding the offside front tyre worn on the edge points to potential alignment issues or suspension geometry that requires investigation. Given the age of the Matrix, a thorough check of the chassis for corrosion and suspension bushes is essential, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from structural rust and perished rubber rather than mechanical wear.