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N258 KNG

1996 Hyundai Accent

White Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,511 mi
Last recorded102,511 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 1996 Hyundai Accent77,976 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN258 KNG
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 102,511 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 20 Jul 2012 102,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 97,683 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 97,683 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 92,016 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 186,346 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 186,346 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 80,299 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 73,785 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 68,621 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 63,065 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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N258 KNG is a 1996 Hyundai Accent in White with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 77,976 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 N258 KNG, 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 30 years old, this Hyundai Accent is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N258 KNG registered?

N258 KNG is a 1996 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 11 May 1996.

Is N258 KNG safe to buy?

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