Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 Hyundai Matrix?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2007 Hyundai Matrix?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2007 Hyundai Matrix?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2007 Hyundai Matrix vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

49% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2007 Hyundai Matrix reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,905 vehicles, the 2007 Hyundai Matrix has a first-time MOT pass rate of 74.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2007 Hyundai Matrix?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2007 Hyundai Matrix are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (56.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (53.9% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (50.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2007 Hyundai Matrix?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Hyundai Matrix (2007)

1,905 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.9% first-time pass rate

2007 Hyundai Matrix

CarHunch analysed 1,905 real MOT records for the 2007 Hyundai Matrix. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2007 Hyundai Matrix trails the UK average by 5.1 percentage points with a 74.9% first-time pass rate, and nearly half of these cars (49.3%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a serious concern for buyers. Petrol variants fare marginally better at 75.2% than diesel at 72.4%, but both fall short of the national benchmark.

These cars are running relatively light for their age at a median of 53,956 miles, yet they're still averaging 4.13 failures per MOT and an unusually high 20.2 advisories per vehicle, suggesting widespread wear on non-critical components. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, braking, and steering systems—the items that typically generate both failures and the dangerous defect flags this model accumulates.

The 2007 Hyundai Matrix has a below-average first-time pass rate (74.9% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

74.9%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

49.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.13

Over 15.6 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

54k

Middle half: 41k–68k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 20.2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 1,905 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 1,905 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 56.2%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 41.5%

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 24.4%

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated · Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated · …

Lighting 20.6%

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007.

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Before you buy a 2007 Hyundai Matrix

Based on MOT data from 1,905 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 49.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (86%)	1,643	75.2%	4.11
Diesel (14%)	262	72.4%	4.28

Colour Breakdown

Based on 19,625 Hyundai Matrix vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 52.6%

10,317

Blue 19.4%

3,802

Red 13.1%

2,565

Black 10.7%

2,096

Grey 2.1%

419

Green 1.7%

326

White 0.4%

Turquoise 0.1%

Maroon 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 Hyundai Matrix vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

53,956

typical

40,520

low mileage

67,730

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Hyundai Matrix vehicles fall between 40,520 and 67,730 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 40,520 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 40,520–67,730 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Hyundai Matrixs sit.

⚠ Over 91,435 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Hyundai Matrix — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 27% of 2007 Hyundai Matrixs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 473 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (27% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

15.6

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.13

Avg failures per vehicle

20.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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