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CU53 FTN

2003 Hyundai Elantra

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

16,594 mi
Last recorded16,594 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2021
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Elantra60,366 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 FTN
MakeHyundai
ModelElantra
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2021 16,594 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2021 16,594 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 16,327 miles

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 15,979 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 14,913 miles

Surface corrosion to front suspension components

Surface corrosion to rear subframe

Pass 12 Dec 2017 14,083 miles

extensive surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components.

Fail 12 Dec 2017 14,083 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

extensive surface corrosion on front and rear suspension components.

Pass 2 Dec 2016 12,931 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 11,725 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 10,690 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 9,841 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 9,177 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 8,103 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 7,295 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 7,002 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 6,373 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 5,188 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 4,283 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Elantra?

Based on 73,040 MOT tests across 6,045 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
6,247
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
6,045
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,323
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,981
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,097
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,266
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CU53 FTN is a 2003 Hyundai Elantra in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Elantra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 60,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Elantra fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,323 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU53 FTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Elantra typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Hyundai Elantra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU53 FTN registered?

CU53 FTN is a 2003 Hyundai Elantra, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is CU53 FTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 FTN shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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