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R181 XVG

1997 Hyundai Accent SE

Silver Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

47,257 mi
Last recorded47,257 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Accent SE81,918 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 XVG
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent SE
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2009 47,257 miles

Battery insecure

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

handbrake requires adjusting

Fail 21 Mar 2009 47,082 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod locating pin insecure (2.4.G.3a)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

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

Battery insecure

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

handbrake requires adjusting

Pass 20 Mar 2008 43,398 miles

Battery insecure

clutch pedal rubber split

slight movement in the n/s/r shock absorber

Fail 20 Mar 2008 43,398 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Battery insecure

clutch pedal rubber split

slight movement in the n/s/r shock absorber

Pass 22 Mar 2007 39,586 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 39,586 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 35,154 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Accent SE?

Based on 708 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

62.1%
Pass Rate
6,853
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 87
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59
position lamp(s) not working 50
Registration plate lamp not working 49
Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened 41
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R181 XVG is a 1997 Hyundai Accent SE in Silver with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Hyundai Accent SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 81,918 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 SE fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 87 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R181 XVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Accent SE typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Hyundai Accent SE is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R181 XVG registered?

R181 XVG is a 1997 Hyundai Accent SE, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R181 XVG shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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