Hyundai Accent Mvi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai Accent Mvi car check
Is the Hyundai Accent Mvi reliable? We analysed 1,872 real MOT tests across 395 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Accent Mvi 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 Mvi.
Hyundai Accent Mvi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Accent Mvi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Accent Mvi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Accent Mvi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Accent Mvi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Accent Mvi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Accent Mvi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Accent Mvi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Accent Mvi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Accent Mvi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 64 | 67.2% | 40,060 | 52,146 | 60,914 |
| 2001 | 114 | 65.8% | 46,152 | 58,044 | 80,868 |
| 2000 | 50 | 68.0% | 55,133 | 68,553 | 96,478 |
| 1999 | 239 | 62.8% | 65,688 | 79,474 | 95,632 |
| 1998 | 607 | 63.9% | 61,986 | 76,207 | 93,149 |
| 1997 | 754 | 61.4% | 66,499 | 80,993 | 94,827 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Accent Mvi Last?
Based on 395 Hyundai Accent Mvi vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Accent Mvi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Accent Mvi 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 Mvi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
68.0% MOT pass rate from 50 tests
61.4% MOT pass rate from 754 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Accent Mvi is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 68.0% across 50 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.4% — 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 Mvi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Accent Mvi THIS CAR | 62.9% | 1,872 | 77,054 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 |
| Ford Mondeo Zetec TDCI | 79.8% | 2,215 | 124,855 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Accent Mvi trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Accent Mvi has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.9% across 1,872 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Accent Mvi are brake pipe excessively corroded (226 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (180), and position lamp(s) not working (123). 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 Mvi owner drives around 6,997 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 Mvi 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.