Hyundai Accent Coupe Si Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai Accent Coupe Si car check
Is the Hyundai Accent Coupe Si reliable? We analysed 4,978 real MOT tests across 1,068 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Accent Coupe Si 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 Coupe Si.
Hyundai Accent Coupe Si Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Accent Coupe Si. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Accent Coupe Si MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Accent Coupe Si to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Accent Coupe Si Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Accent Coupe Si fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Accent Coupe Si Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Accent Coupe Si owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Accent Coupe Si MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Accent Coupe Si year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 123 | 67.5% | 49,210 | 67,108 | 85,058 |
| 1999 | 509 | 64.6% | 53,226 | 69,038 | 86,090 |
| 1998 | 1,444 | 64.3% | 59,234 | 75,642 | 90,841 |
| 1997 | 1,421 | 62.1% | 66,046 | 80,893 | 95,948 |
| 1996 | 1,107 | 61.5% | 68,621 | 86,079 | 101,574 |
| 1995 | 373 | 60.3% | 72,041 | 90,177 | 106,380 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Accent Coupe Si Last?
Based on 1,068 Hyundai Accent Coupe Si vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Accent Coupe Si Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Accent Coupe Si MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Accent Coupe Si
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.5% MOT pass rate from 123 tests
60.3% MOT pass rate from 373 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Coupe Si is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.5% across 123 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 60.3% — 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 Si 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 Si THIS CAR | 62.9% | 4,978 | 79,712 mi | 31 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 |
| Derbi GPR50-R | 66% | 2,658 | 13,802 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Accent Coupe Si trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Accent Coupe Si has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.9% across 4,978 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Accent Coupe Si are brake pipe excessively corroded (667 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (608), and position lamp(s) not working (352). 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 Si owner drives around 6,754 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 Si models stay on UK roads for around 31 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.