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R998 GRE

1998 Hyundai Accent Coupe S

Red Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

118,175 mi
Last recorded118,175 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2008
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Accent Coupe S79,220 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR998 GRE
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent Coupe S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2008 118,175 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 118,147 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 113,409 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Nov 2007 113,175 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 109,582 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2006 109,580 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 105,956 miles

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

How Reliable is the Hyundai Accent Coupe S?

Based on 698 MOT tests across 133 vehicles.

61.9%
Pass Rate
6,776
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
133
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 93
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 83
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 48
position lamp(s) not working 48
Registration plate lamp not working 34
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R998 GRE is a 1998 Hyundai Accent Coupe S in Red with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Hyundai Accent Coupe S models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.7% with a typical mileage of 79,220 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 Coupe S fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 93 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R998 GRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Accent Coupe S typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Hyundai Accent Coupe S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R998 GRE registered?

R998 GRE is a 1998 Hyundai Accent Coupe S, first registered on 31 January 1998.

Is R998 GRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R998 GRE 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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