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EN57 XZT

2008 Hyundai Accent

Blue Petrol 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,635 mi
Last recorded33,635 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Accent51,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 XZT
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 33,635 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust system corroded, flexi and all flanges corroded

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Boot weeping (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear, tyres date stamped 2006 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Feb 2025 32,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated starting to split (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oil sump corroded and slight leak

gearbox sump pan heavily corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2024 30,822 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear brake calliper damp

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both perishing both 45/06 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 29,648 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2022 28,313 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded and leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2022 28,312 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe excessively corroded Both main front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded and leaking slightly (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 26,639 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 25,595 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2020 25,595 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Feb 2020 25,595 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 24,362 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Feb 2019 24,362 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2018 23,161 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 21,834 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 20,418 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 18,943 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

slight bind noted at both rear brakes

Pass 18 Feb 2014 17,438 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 19 Feb 2013 16,081 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 14,547 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 10,607 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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EN57 XZT is a 2008 Hyundai Accent in Blue with a 1,399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 51,792 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 EN57 XZT, 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 18 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 EN57 XZT registered?

EN57 XZT is a 2008 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is EN57 XZT safe to buy?

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