Hyundai Accent Gsi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Hyundai Accent Gsi reliable? We analysed 1,196 real MOT tests across 498 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Accent Gsi 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 Gsi.
Hyundai Accent Gsi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Accent Gsi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Accent Gsi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Accent Gsi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Accent Gsi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Accent Gsi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Accent Gsi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Accent Gsi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Accent Gsi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Accent Gsi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 101 | 64.4% | 35,024 | 53,211 | 66,895 |
| 2001 | 172 | 65.1% | 43,465 | 59,090 | 72,985 |
| 2000 | 281 | 61.6% | 55,005 | 70,529 | 84,452 |
| 1999 | 100 | 65.0% | 53,290 | 65,253 | 76,433 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Accent Gsi Last?
Based on 498 Hyundai Accent Gsi vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Accent Gsi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Accent Gsi 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 Gsi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
65.1% MOT pass rate from 172 tests
61.6% MOT pass rate from 281 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Gsi is 2001, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 65.1% across 172 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.6% — 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 Gsi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent Gsi THIS CAR | 67.7% | 1,196 | 68,139 mi | 27 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 |
| Mercedes-benz E 300 AMG Ln Ngt ED Prm + De A | 92.1% | 1,246 | 48,580 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Accent Gsi trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Accent Gsi has an overall MOT pass rate of 67.7% across 1,196 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Accent Gsi are brake pipe excessively corroded (101 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (73), and position lamp(s) not working (49). 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 Gsi owner drives around 6,219 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 Gsi models stay on UK roads for around 27 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.