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P162 NHK

1997 Hyundai Accent

Blue Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

86,914 mi
Last recorded86,914 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Accent72,776 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP162 NHK
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2011 86,914 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 2 Feb 2011 86,914 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2010 82,891 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 77,654 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 77,654 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 71,659 miles

BATTERY LOOSE

BOTH FRONT OUTER CV GAITORS CRACKED

CAM COVER GASKET LEAKING OIL

CENTRE BRAKE LIGHT INOP

GEAR BOX OIL LEAK

POWER STTERING RACK WET IN OIL

Fail 28 Jan 2008 71,659 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

BATTERY LOOSE

BOTH FRONT OUTER CV GAITORS CRACKED

CAM COVER GASKET LEAKING OIL

CENTRE BRAKE LIGHT INOP

GEAR BOX OIL LEAK

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

POWER STTERING RACK WET IN OIL

Fail 25 Jan 2007 64,552 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 64,552 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 58,097 miles

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

center stop light not working.

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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P162 NHK is a 1997 Hyundai Accent in Blue with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 72,776 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 P162 NHK, 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 29 years old, this Hyundai Accent is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P162 NHK?

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What year was P162 NHK registered?

P162 NHK is a 1997 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P162 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P162 NHK shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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