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VU05 UBB

2005 Hyundai Accent

Silver Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2025
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

28,232 mi
Last recorded28,232 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2024
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Accent51,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU05 UBB
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2024 28,232 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2024 28,232 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 28,204 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 8 Jun 2023 28,204 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 19 May 2022 27,384 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 26,031 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 25,188 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 23,935 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 May 2019 23,935 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade insecure (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 22,350 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 20,979 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 19,792 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 18,826 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 17,628 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 16,297 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 14,788 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Jun 2011 13,234 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 11,084 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 8,686 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 6,702 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Accent?

Based on 717,512 MOT tests across 74,671 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
4,969
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
74,671
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 63,551
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 49,612
position lamp(s) not working 27,135
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23,261
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 19,943
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VU05 UBB is a 2005 Hyundai Accent in Silver with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 51,515 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Accent fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 63,551 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU05 UBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Accent typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Hyundai Accent is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU05 UBB registered?

VU05 UBB is a 2005 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is VU05 UBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU05 UBB shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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