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FM52 GWD

2003 Hyundai Accent

Red Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,098 mi
Last recorded83,098 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Accent54,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 GWD
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 83,098 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both 'D' bushes (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 64,371 miles

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

nearside rear tyre wall perished

Pass 25 Sep 2015 51,959 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 45,834 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 41,297 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 41,278 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 41,278 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 15 Feb 2008 37,287 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 37,287 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 27,793 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 18,710 miles

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

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

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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FM52 GWD is a 2003 Hyundai Accent in Red with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 54,828 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 FM52 GWD, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Accent is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FM52 GWD registered?

FM52 GWD is a 2003 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 18 February 2003.

Is FM52 GWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 GWD shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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