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BU51 UBT

2001 Hyundai Accent

Blue Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

18,069 mi
Last recorded18,069 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Hyundai Accent56,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 UBT
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 18,069 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short pipe from the brake hose to the cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short pipe from the brake hose to the cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 17,838 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides both arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short pipe from the brake hose to the cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Short pipe from the brake hose to the cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 17,807 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides brake disks pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both sides all 4 arms are corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2022 17,707 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Aug 2022 17,692 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Engine mount missing bolt

Central Front Under tray melted by the catalytic converter

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 17,648 miles

Offside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 17,600 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Sep 2020 17,596 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 17,463 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 17,034 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 16,591 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 15,614 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 14,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2014 13,512 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 12,941 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 12,941 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 12,555 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 11,935 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 11,347 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 10,528 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 9,620 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 8,739 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2007 8,739 miles

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 7,050 miles

front brake balance just within limits 25%

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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BU51 UBT is a 2001 Hyundai Accent in Blue with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2001 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 56,035 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 BU51 UBT, 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 25 years old, this Hyundai Accent is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 UBT registered?

BU51 UBT is a 2001 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is BU51 UBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 UBT shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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