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HJ05 OBS

2005 Hyundai Accent

Silver Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,612 mi
Last recorded68,612 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Accent51,515 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ05 OBS
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2023 68,612 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front headlamp dipped beam images poor.

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 64,279 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2021 60,269 miles

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 11 Feb 2020 59,265 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2020 59,218 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 53,214 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 48,924 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 44,773 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 40,682 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 36,483 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 32,955 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 29,510 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 25,846 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 23,238 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 21,455 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 19,704 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 17,542 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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HJ05 OBS is a 2005 Hyundai Accent in Silver with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 51,515 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 HJ05 OBS, 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 21 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 HJ05 OBS registered?

HJ05 OBS is a 2005 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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The MOT history for HJ05 OBS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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