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BU53 OWX

2003 Hyundai Getz

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,277 mi
Last recorded91,277 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Getz54,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 OWX
MakeHyundai
ModelGetz
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2020 91,277 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 88,535 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Feb 2019 88,533 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 83,406 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 83,406 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Central Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle to front joint (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 77,567 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 77,567 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Feb 2016 73,514 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 73,514 miles

Bootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 11 Feb 2015 69,305 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2015 69,305 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 66,055 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 60,642 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 57,216 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 49,716 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 45,796 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Oct 2008 39,181 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 39,181 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2007 33,857 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 33,857 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 29,809 miles

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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BU53 OWX is a 2003 Hyundai Getz in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 BU53 OWX, 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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BU53 OWX is a 2003 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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