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SF53 FNH

2003 Hyundai Elantra

White Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

83,719 mi
Last recorded83,719 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Elantra60,366 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF53 FNH
MakeHyundai
ModelElantra
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2016 83,719 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 83,718 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake binding both sides (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 81,116 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 24 Jul 2015 81,082 miles

Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 78,852 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 76,511 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 76,511 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 71,889 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 May 2011 69,153 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 66,486 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 62,885 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 62,885 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 60,185 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 60,185 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 53,407 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 53,401 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

How Reliable is the Hyundai Elantra?

Based on 73,040 MOT tests across 6,045 vehicles.

69.4%
Pass Rate
6,247
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
6,045
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,323
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,981
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,198
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,097
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,266
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SF53 FNH is a 2003 Hyundai Elantra in White with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Elantra models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 60,366 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 Elantra fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,323 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SF53 FNH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Elantra typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Hyundai Elantra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SF53 FNH registered?

SF53 FNH is a 2003 Hyundai Elantra, first registered on 29 December 2003.

Is SF53 FNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF53 FNH shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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