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DY55 HZV

2005 Hyundai Accent

Silver Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,380 mi
Last recorded76,380 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2022
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Accent51,515 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 HZV
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Oct 2022 76,380 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear outer sills and O/S/R inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear and both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 74,514 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 10 Sep 2021 74,485 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 73,084 miles

Handbrake travel a bit high

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 70,764 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 68,369 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 65,742 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 62,908 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 59,879 miles

3-4mm left on front brake pads

Pass 21 Jul 2014 56,031 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 51,558 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 47,360 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 42,933 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 38,110 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 37,985 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 24 Jul 2009 32,327 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

abnormal wear n/s/r tyre.

Pass 24 Jul 2009 32,327 miles

abnormal wear n/s/r tyre.

Pass 11 Nov 2008 31,378 miles

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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DY55 HZV is a 2005 Hyundai Accent in Silver with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 51,515 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 DY55 HZV, 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 21 years old, this Hyundai Accent is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DY55 HZV registered?

DY55 HZV is a 2005 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 29 September 2005.

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