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AU04 DVC

2004 Hyundai Accent

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

145,498 mi
Last recorded145,498 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Accent52,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU04 DVC
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 145,498 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 144,333 miles

Nearside Front headlamp lens slightly dull

Pass 13 Dec 2023 138,619 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 136,255 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 132,173 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 132,163 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2020 128,678 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 127,418 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 121,351 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 98,929 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2017 98,929 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2016 79,114 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 59,458 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 59,458 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 37,269 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 22,583 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 10,529 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 10,199 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 10,054 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 9,802 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 9,249 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 7,856 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Accent?

Based on 717,512 MOT tests across 74,671 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
4,969
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
74,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 63,551
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,612
position lamp(s) not working 27,135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,261
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,943
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AU04 DVC is a 2004 Hyundai Accent in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 52,039 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Accent fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,551 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU04 DVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Accent typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this Hyundai Accent is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU04 DVC registered?

AU04 DVC is a 2004 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is AU04 DVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU04 DVC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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