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FJ53 VTC

2003 Hyundai Getz

Green Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

108,905 mi
Last recorded108,905 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Getz54,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ53 VTC
MakeHyundai
ModelGetz
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 108,905 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 107,045 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2015 99,043 miles

Chid Seat Fitted

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Oct 2014 90,648 miles

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

tracking check required

Fail 23 Oct 2014 90,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

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

tracking check required

Pass 4 Nov 2013 83,821 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Nov 2013 83,821 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 73,837 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 59,551 miles

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

tracking is out

Fail 1 Nov 2011 59,551 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

tracking is out

Pass 4 Nov 2010 47,757 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 47,610 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 37,603 miles

Both rear tyres perishing

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 30,378 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

N/s/r tyre slightly perishing.

Pass 2 Oct 2007 23,304 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 17,357 miles

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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FJ53 VTC is a 2003 Hyundai Getz in Green with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FJ53 VTC, 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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FJ53 VTC is a 2003 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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