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R532 TBK

1997 Hyundai Accent SE

Red Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2008
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

109,466 mi
Last recorded109,466 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2008
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Accent SE81,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR532 TBK
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent SE
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc
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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Aug 2008 109,466 miles

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Oil leak

brake pedal anti-slip provision partially worn

clutch pedal anti-slip provision missing

front & rear number plates deteriorating

Pass 11 Jul 2007 104,931 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 101,660 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 101,660 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2005 95,936 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 95,936 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

front pads 80% worn

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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R532 TBK is a 1997 Hyundai Accent SE in Red with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R532 TBK, 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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R532 TBK is a 1997 Hyundai Accent SE, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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