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EG04 XEM

2004 Hyundai Accent

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

92,891 mi
Last recorded92,891 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Accent52,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG04 XEM
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 92,891 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 92,891 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 88,677 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2014 88,677 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2013 86,927 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2013 86,823 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside rear ABS sensor wire chaffed through on inside of tyre.

Pass 23 Nov 2012 82,439 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Nov 2012 82,435 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

discs worn & corroded

have removed news paper from round battery as is fire hazzard

Pass 14 Nov 2011 77,157 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2010 74,949 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 64,287 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 51,491 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 39,149 miles

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

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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EG04 XEM is a 2004 Hyundai Accent in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 52,039 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 Accent fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,551 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EG04 XEM, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Accent is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EG04 XEM registered?

EG04 XEM is a 2004 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 28 July 2004.

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