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AU55 XKF

2005 Hyundai Accent

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

71,547 mi
Last recorded71,547 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Accent51,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 XKF
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 71,547 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill repaired covered in sealant (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill repaired covered in sealant (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2022 64,741 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 57,997 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2021 57,995 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge recommend replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 52,673 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Jun 2020 52,672 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 46,190 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 46,187 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak FRONT FLEXY AND CENTRE JOINT. (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 May 2018 40,031 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 May 2017 31,765 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 39,395 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 22,526 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 20,443 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise engine bed and suspension arms are becoming corroded

advise front to rear brake pipes at rear are becoming corroded

advise nearside front brake pipe is becoming corroded

Pass 21 Aug 2013 18,289 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s front nearside rear offside rear.tyres all showing cuts and perish marks.

Fail 21 Aug 2013 18,288 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s front nearside rear offside rear.tyres all showing cuts and perish marks.

Pass 22 Aug 2012 15,761 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 15,760 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 13,722 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 11,336 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 8,681 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 6,425 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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AU55 XKF is a 2005 Hyundai Accent in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 51,515 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 AU55 XKF, 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 21 years old, this Hyundai Accent is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU55 XKF registered?

AU55 XKF is a 2005 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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The MOT history for AU55 XKF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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