Hyundai Accent Gls Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Hyundai Accent Gls reliable? We analysed 1,824 real MOT tests across 408 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Accent Gls is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Accent Gls.
Hyundai Accent Gls Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Accent Gls. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Accent Gls MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Accent Gls to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Accent Gls Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Accent Gls fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Accent Gls Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Accent Gls owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Accent Gls MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Accent Gls year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 363 | 66.7% | 69,892 | 81,136 | 100,007 |
| 1997 | 460 | 65.0% | 66,558 | 80,537 | 97,478 |
| 1996 | 570 | 63.9% | 65,994 | 82,190 | 99,654 |
| 1995 | 308 | 62.7% | 71,831 | 88,029 | 106,242 |
| 1994 | 62 | 67.7% | 78,660 | 91,212 | 98,078 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Accent Gls Last?
Based on 408 Hyundai Accent Gls vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Accent Gls Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Accent Gls 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 Gls
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.7% MOT pass rate from 62 tests
62.7% MOT pass rate from 308 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Gls is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.7% across 62 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.7% — 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 Gls Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent Gls THIS CAR | 64.7% | 1,824 | 82,606 mi | 32 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 |
| Kawasaki Er 500-A1 | 79.1% | 684 | 24,653 mi | 29 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Accent Gls trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Accent Gls has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.7% across 1,824 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Accent Gls are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (180 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (142), and position lamp(s) not working (113). 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 Gls owner drives around 6,879 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 Gls models stay on UK roads for around 32 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.