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GX04 SYU

2004 Hyundai Accent

Yellow Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

162,366 mi
Last recorded162,366 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Accent52,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX04 SYU
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2004
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2019 162,366 miles

both headlamp lenses deteriorating.

number plate lamps a little dim.

Fail 17 Jun 2019 162,294 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both headlamp lenses deteriorating.

number plate lamps a little dim.

Pass 21 Jun 2018 154,240 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jun 2018 154,240 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 143,790 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 143,790 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 132,510 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 132,506 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

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

advisory engine oil leak sump corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2015 121,293 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 109,602 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit

Pass 2 Jul 2013 97,878 miles

anti roll bar bushes wearing

Pass 19 Jun 2012 88,001 miles

f/tyres slight wear on edges,slight wear front anti roll bar bushes

Pass 15 Jul 2011 78,833 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 66,613 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

wiper rubbers wearing

Pass 11 Jul 2009 55,131 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 44,653 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 44,653 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 32,520 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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GX04 SYU is a 2004 Hyundai Accent in Yellow with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 52,039 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 Accent fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,551 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX04 SYU, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Accent is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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GX04 SYU is a 2004 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 15 July 2004.

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