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EK53 NZE

2003 Hyundai Getz

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2017
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

88,575 mi
Last recorded88,575 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Getz54,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 NZE
MakeHyundai
ModelGetz
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2016 88,575 miles

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

Fail 21 Apr 2016 88,492 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 77,064 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

bonnet damaged

gearbox steady bar bush worn

Fail 13 Apr 2015 76,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

bonnet damaged

gearbox steady bar bush worn

Fail 3 Apr 2014 66,082 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

front bonnet has damage

Pass 3 Apr 2014 66,082 miles

Bonnet retaining device slightly deteriorated (8.4.2)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front bonnet has damage

Pass 15 Apr 2013 60,320 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 52,663 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r tyre sidewall been rubbed

o/s/f tyre worn inside edge

Pass 21 Aug 2009 42,655 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 42,529 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 42,529 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Fail 22 Mar 2007 36,326 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2007 36,326 miles

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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EK53 NZE is a 2003 Hyundai Getz in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 EK53 NZE, 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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EK53 NZE is a 2003 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 18 October 2003.

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