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LX53 DTK

2003 Hyundai Accent

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,412 mi
Last recorded105,412 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Accent54,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 DTK
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Oct 2021 105,412 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2020 102,463 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 95,761 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2019 95,660 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner clip loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak centre section (8.2.2.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect due to deteriorated lense (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect due to deteriorated lense (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 89,305 miles

Both front tyres heavily worn on inner edge and becoming low on tread

Corrosion to rear suspension components

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 12 Apr 2018 89,285 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Both front tyres heavily worn on inner edge and becoming low on tread

Corrosion to rear suspension components

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

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 82,919 miles

Nearside Rear screw in sidewall of tyre.

Fail 21 Apr 2017 82,919 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear screw in sidewall of tyre.

Pass 22 Apr 2016 77,833 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 74,292 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 74,292 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 70,365 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 70,365 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 65,736 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 62,328 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 58,867 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 58,867 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 55,503 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 51,875 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 49,930 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 38,020 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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LX53 DTK is a 2003 Hyundai Accent in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 LX53 DTK, 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 LX53 DTK registered?

LX53 DTK is a 2003 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 8 November 2003.

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