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AU53 HGJ

2003 Hyundai Getz

Black Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

50,027 mi
Last recorded50,027 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Getz54,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HGJ
MakeHyundai
ModelGetz
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2017 50,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 15 Jul 2017 50,027 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 49,320 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 48,334 miles

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 1 Aug 2015 48,334 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 47,934 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2014 47,933 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 42,269 miles

High level stop light not working

Offside rear tyre wearing low on inner tread

Rear washer jet not working

Fail 13 Sep 2013 42,269 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

High level stop light not working

Offside rear tyre wearing low on inner tread

Rear washer jet not working

Pass 12 Oct 2011 39,899 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 37,947 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 33,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 33,770 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 27,210 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 24,806 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 20,309 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 20,310 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 20,309 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

How Reliable is the Hyundai Getz?

Based on 1,126,487 MOT tests across 65,664 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,628
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
65,664
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39,049
Brake pipe excessively corroded 27,335
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24,069
Registration plate lamp not working 19,068
position lamp(s) not working 15,938
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AU53 HGJ is a 2003 Hyundai Getz in Black with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Getz models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 54,116 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hyundai Getz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 39,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU53 HGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Getz typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Hyundai Getz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AU53 HGJ is a 2003 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 25 October 2003.

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