Hyundai Accent Ls Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Hyundai Accent Ls reliable? We analysed 3,278 real MOT tests across 712 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Accent Ls 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 registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Accent Ls.
Hyundai Accent Ls Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Accent Ls. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Accent Ls MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Accent Ls to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Accent Ls Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Accent Ls fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Accent Ls Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Accent Ls owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Accent Ls MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Accent Ls year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 682 | 65.4% | 58,332 | 73,455 | 89,818 |
| 1997 | 941 | 61.5% | 67,388 | 83,191 | 99,963 |
| 1996 | 826 | 61.3% | 66,859 | 81,422 | 97,672 |
| 1995 | 752 | 59.8% | 69,602 | 87,979 | 104,309 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Accent Ls Last?
Based on 712 Hyundai Accent Ls vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Accent Ls Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Accent Ls 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 Ls
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
65.4% MOT pass rate from 682 tests
59.8% MOT pass rate from 752 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Ls is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 65.4% across 682 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.8% — 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 Ls Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent Ls THIS CAR | 61.8% | 3,278 | 81,526 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 |
| Suzuki Dl 1000 AL8 Abs | 93.6% | 3,753 | 11,216 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Accent Ls trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Accent Ls has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.8% across 3,278 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Accent Ls are brake pipe excessively corroded (397 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (379), and registration plate lamp not working (234). 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 Ls owner drives around 6,506 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 Ls 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.