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DX03 MVW

2003 Hyundai Accent

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

73,766 mi
Last recorded73,766 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Accent54,828 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 MVW
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Dec 2018 73,766 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm 185/60r14 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 68,418 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside 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)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2016 64,671 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 61,986 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 60,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 60,656 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 59,000 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 57,231 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 55,493 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 53,737 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2009 51,877 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 51,877 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 50,180 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 48,208 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 46,051 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 43,753 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DX03 MVW is a 2003 Hyundai Accent in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 54,828 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 DX03 MVW, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Accent is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX03 MVW?

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What year was DX03 MVW registered?

DX03 MVW is a 2003 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 26 March 2003.

Is DX03 MVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX03 MVW shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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