Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto reliable? We analysed 540 real MOT tests across 111 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto is below average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, position lamp(s) not working and registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto.
Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 192 | 67.2% | 53,644 | 63,990 | 78,798 |
| 1997 | 330 | 62.4% | 56,711 | 71,156 | 92,112 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto Last?
Based on 111 Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto 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 Lsi Auto
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
67.2% MOT pass rate from 192 tests
62.4% MOT pass rate from 330 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 67.2% across 192 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.4% — 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 Lsi 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 Lsi Auto THIS CAR | 64.3% | 540 | 67,312 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 |
| BMW 320D M Sport Touring | 80.3% | 633 | 126,975 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.3% across 540 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (48 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (43), and registration plate lamp not working (28). 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 Lsi Auto owner drives around 6,005 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 Lsi 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.