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P340 DAU

1996 Hyundai Accent Ls

Blue Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

97,854 mi
Last recorded97,854 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2008
Typical for 1996 Hyundai Accent Ls81,422 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP340 DAU
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent Ls
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2008 97,854 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 90,118 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Oil leak

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 4 Dec 2007 90,074 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 3 Dec 2007 90,053 miles

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

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

Offside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s steering rack worn

Pass 4 Dec 2006 85,086 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2006 85,086 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Nov 2005 81,194 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2005 81,194 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

rear brake pipes above fuel tank slightly corroded

How Reliable is the Hyundai Accent Ls?

Based on 3,278 MOT tests across 712 vehicles.

61.8%
Pass Rate
6,506
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
712
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 397
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 379
Registration plate lamp not working 234
position lamp(s) not working 221
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 191
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P340 DAU is a 1996 Hyundai Accent Ls in Blue with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Hyundai Accent Ls models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.3% with a typical mileage of 81,422 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 Ls fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 397 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P340 DAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Accent Ls typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Hyundai Accent Ls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P340 DAU registered?

P340 DAU is a 1996 Hyundai Accent Ls, first registered on 28 August 1996.

Is P340 DAU safe to buy?

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