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Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto reliable? We analysed 972 real MOT tests across 197 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 972 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
65.2%
Typical Mileage
64,382mi
Annual Mileage
5,368mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
29yrs

The Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto is about 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 Coupe I Auto.

Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto Number Plates

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

Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

70%
1999
61.4%
1998
67.2%
1997

Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded 78
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 65
position lamp(s) not working 54
Registration plate lamp not working 48
Stop lamp not working 42
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 36
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 23
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20

Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
3,066 mi/yr
Typical
5,368 mi/yr
Average
6,238 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,394 mi/yr

Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
1999 50 70.0% 52,840 71,678 95,375
1998 368 61.4% 48,087 62,198 75,054
1997 552 67.2% 52,098 65,746 79,617

How Long Does a Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto Last?

Based on 197 Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
10.2 years
Median
10.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
29 years

Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
64,382 mi
75th Percentile
78,546 mi
95th Percentile
104,756 mi
Max Recorded
881,001 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto

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

Best year
1999

70.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests

Year to avoid
1998

61.4% MOT pass rate from 368 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 70.0% across 50 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.4% — 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 Coupe I Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto THIS CAR 65.2% 972 64,382 mi 29 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
Ktm 300 Exc Tpi 19 85.7% 1,379 2,206 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto?

The Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 65.2% across 972 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto are brake pipe excessively corroded (78 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (65), and position lamp(s) not working (54). 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 Coupe I Auto owner drives around 5,368 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 Coupe I Auto models stay on UK roads for around 29 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 Coupe I Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto reliable?
Based on 972 MOT tests, the Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto has a 65.2% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto?
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 Coupe I Auto do per year?
The typical Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto does around 5,368 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto last?
Most Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto models stay on UK roads for around 29 years based on our analysis of 197 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto?
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 Coupe I Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Coupe I Auto is 1999 with a 70.0% pass rate across 50 tests.