2009 Hyundai Matrix 1.6L Petrol · KR09 XNX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last three years. Following a failure in November 2022, the car has passed three consecutive MOT tests without any recorded defects or advisories. The most recent test in November 2025 at 24,745 miles confirms that the vehicle currently meets the minimum safety standards and that the previously identified mechanical issues have been rectified. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,456 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage intervals, with roughly 1,500 miles recorded between each annual test from 2022 through 2025. This low mileage suggests the car has been used for short trips or has remained stationary for long periods. While low mileage generally indicates less wear on the drivetrain and engine, long-term standing use on a vehicle of this age can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid stagnation. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the areas that previously failed during the 2022 test, specifically checking the offside rear seat belt anchorage and the battery securing mechanism to ensure they remain genuinely rigid. Given the low annual mileage, it is vital to inspect the tyres for sidewall cracking and perished rubber bushes, which often occur due to age rather than tread depth. The buyer should also examine the structural integrity for corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as low-mileage cars often lack the mechanical stresses that keep surface rust from clearing under use.