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R288 WTP

1998 Hyundai Accent SE

Green Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

107,011 mi
Last recorded107,011 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Accent SE76,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 WTP
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent SE
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2008 107,011 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2008 107,011 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 98,936 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 93,379 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 93,377 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

chips in windscreen † †brake pedal anti slip worn † †damp around steering rack † †front brake discs corroded † †front tyres wearing on inner edges † †slight movement in both rear suspension struts

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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R288 WTP is a 1998 Hyundai Accent SE in Green with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Hyundai Accent SE models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.3% with a typical mileage of 76,789 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 R288 WTP, 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 28 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 R288 WTP registered?

R288 WTP is a 1998 Hyundai Accent SE, first registered on 2 February 1998.

Is R288 WTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R288 WTP shows 5 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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