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P238 FEC

1997 Hyundai Accent

Green Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

114,304 mi
Last recorded114,304 miles
Recorded on5 May 2006
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Accent72,776 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP238 FEC
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 May 2006 114,304 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

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

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

advise radiator excessive coolant loss and fuel tank filler and breather metal hoses badley corroded rear wiper blade torn .

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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P238 FEC is a 1997 Hyundai Accent in Green with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 P238 FEC, 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.

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What year was P238 FEC registered?

P238 FEC is a 1997 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 21 June 1997.

Is P238 FEC safe to buy?

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