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RX53 SXO

2003 Hyundai Getz

Silver Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

168,795 mi
Last recorded168,795 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Getz54,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 SXO
MakeHyundai
ModelGetz
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 168,795 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2025 168,795 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 158,483 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 154,243 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 25 Aug 2023 154,243 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 148,121 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 1 Sep 2022 148,121 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 143,788 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 139,746 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 134,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 2 Sep 2019 134,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 123,778 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 120,421 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Jun 2016 111,383 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 105,179 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2014 93,688 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 93,688 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 82,138 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 74,762 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 74,762 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 62,862 miles

Engine warning light on

Fail 4 Apr 2011 62,862 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Engine warning light on

Pass 12 Nov 2009 53,549 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 53,452 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 45,769 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 33,409 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Getz?

Based on 1,126,487 MOT tests across 65,664 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,628
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
65,664
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 39,049
Brake pipe excessively corroded 27,335
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24,069
Registration plate lamp not working 19,068
position lamp(s) not working 15,938
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RX53 SXO is a 2003 Hyundai Getz in Silver with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Getz models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 54,116 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Getz fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 39,049 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX53 SXO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Getz typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Hyundai Getz is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RX53 SXO registered?

RX53 SXO is a 2003 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is RX53 SXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 SXO shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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