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Hyundai Accent Alaska Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Accent Alaska reliable? We analysed 475 real MOT tests across 101 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 475 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
63.8%
Typical Mileage
70,396mi
Annual Mileage
7,089mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
28yrs

The Hyundai Accent Alaska is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Accent Alaska.

Hyundai Accent Alaska Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai Accent Alaska. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai Accent Alaska MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyundai Accent Alaska to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

60.8%
1999
65.8%
1998

Hyundai Accent Alaska Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Hyundai Accent Alaska fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Brake pipe excessively corroded 60
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 54
position lamp(s) not working 21
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 21
Registration plate lamp not working 19
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16
Headlamp aim too low 14
brake binding 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel 9

Hyundai Accent Alaska Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai Accent Alaska owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,024 mi/yr
Typical
7,089 mi/yr
Average
8,025 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,907 mi/yr

Hyundai Accent Alaska MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Accent Alaska year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1999 189 60.8% 60,889 74,927 89,932
1998 278 65.8% 58,517 67,616 87,692

How Long Does a Hyundai Accent Alaska Last?

Based on 101 Hyundai Accent Alaska vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.1 years
Median
9.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
28 years

Hyundai Accent Alaska Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Accent Alaska MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
70,396 mi
75th Percentile
87,872 mi
95th Percentile
116,856 mi
Max Recorded
662,066 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Accent Alaska

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
1998

65.8% MOT pass rate from 278 tests

Year to avoid
1999

60.8% MOT pass rate from 189 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Alaska is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 65.8% across 278 tests. The 1999 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Hyundai Accent Alaska Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai Accent Alaska THIS CAR 63.8% 475 70,396 mi 28 yrs
Hyundai I10 80.4% 2,829,935 35,978 mi 18 yrs
Hyundai I20 80.2% 1,488,641 45,118 mi 17 yrs
Hyundai I30 76.5% 1,479,391 57,858 mi 19 yrs
Fiat Fiorino 16V Tecnico M-jet II 79% 903 38,879 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Accent Alaska trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Accent Alaska?

The Hyundai Accent Alaska has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.8% across 475 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.

The most common problems on the Hyundai Accent Alaska are brake pipe excessively corroded (60 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (54), and position lamp(s) not working (21). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

A typical Hyundai Accent Alaska owner drives around 7,089 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Hyundai Accent Alaska models stay on UK roads for around 28 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Hyundai Accent Alaska — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Accent Alaska reliable?
Based on 475 MOT tests, the Hyundai Accent Alaska has a 63.8% pass rate — below average, so factor in potential repair costs.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Accent Alaska?
The most common MOT failures are brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and position lamp(s) not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Hyundai Accent Alaska do per year?
The typical Hyundai Accent Alaska does around 7,089 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Accent Alaska last?
Most Hyundai Accent Alaska models stay on UK roads for around 28 years based on our analysis of 101 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Accent Alaska?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Hyundai Accent Alaska?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Alaska is 1998 with a 65.8% pass rate across 278 tests.