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BU53 VVM

2003 Hyundai Getz

Red Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

98,152 mi
Last recorded98,152 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Getz54,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 4 Mar 2020 98,152 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

boot handle deteriorated boot opens with some difficulty

driver door damaged ,can still be opened

offside door mirror slightly discoloured

Pass 22 Nov 2018 86,882 miles

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated but not blowing

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both lines (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear seat belt stalk outer casing damaged but still functioning

Offside door mirror glass starting to discolour not affecting drivers view to rear

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Nov 2018 86,872 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Central Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front exhaust flexi deteriorated but not blowing

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both lines (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear seat belt stalk outer casing damaged but still functioning

Offside door mirror glass starting to discolour not affecting drivers view to rear

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2017 80,070 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 80,066 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 75,582 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 75,582 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2015 71,252 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 66,025 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 60,829 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Dec 2012 54,979 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2011 48,103 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Dec 2011 48,103 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Nov 2010 39,008 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 33,085 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 14 Nov 2009 33,085 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 Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2008 27,705 miles

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

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

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

sump plug leaking oil

Pass 22 Nov 2007 22,857 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 18,584 miles

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

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

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 VVM is a 2003 Hyundai Getz in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 VVM, 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 VVM is a 2003 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 20 September 2003.

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