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FN53 FTE

2003 Hyundai Getz

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

44,054 mi
Last recorded44,054 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Getz54,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN53 FTE
MakeHyundai
ModelGetz
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 44,054 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 31 Mar 2026 44,053 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front + rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 30,720 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 24,264 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 15,806 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Mar 2023 15,805 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 15,740 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 15,663 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 15,495 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 15,167 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 14,747 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 14,747 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2016 14,135 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 13,546 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 12,862 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 12,009 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 11,186 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 11,186 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 10,127 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 9,044 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 7,772 miles

rear wiper blade split

Pass 21 Aug 2008 6,735 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 5,782 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 4,607 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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FN53 FTE is a 2003 Hyundai Getz in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FN53 FTE, 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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What year was FN53 FTE registered?

FN53 FTE is a 2003 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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The MOT history for FN53 FTE shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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