2008 Hyundai Matrix 1.6L Petrol · NJ08 YJA
2008 Hyundai Matrix (1.6L, petrol). First registered 20 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 73,521 miles. MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI MATRIX
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 73,521 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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NJ08 YJA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2026
- 73,521 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NJ08 YJA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Hyundai Matrix (NJ08 YJA) between May 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached cradle marked (5.3.3 (a) (ii))”; “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”.
NJ08 YJA Mileage History
- 16/05/202343,699 mi
- 07/05/202452,671 mi+8,972 mi
- 09/06/202564,698 mi+12,027 mi
- 28/04/202672,479 mi+7,781 mi
- 12/08/202673,521 mi+1,042 mi
Average of roughly 9,200 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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