CarVerify

Free Car Check

VX53 FEH

2003 Hyundai Getz

Red Petrol 1086cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

128,627 mi
Last recorded128,627 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Getz54,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Hyundai
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 FEH
MakeHyundai
ModelGetz
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Oct 2014 128,627 miles

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

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)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear wheel arches damaged, Offside rear bumper corner insecure, Rear wiper blade missing.

Pass 31 Oct 2013 120,767 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 114,525 miles

both front cv gaiters perishing

both rear brake pipes starting to corrode

Pass 25 Aug 2011 106,646 miles

all rear metal brake pipes corroding in areas

both front side lights slightly dim

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

strong advise both front driveshaft gaiters perished

Fail 25 Aug 2011 106,646 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

all rear metal brake pipes corroding in areas

both front side lights slightly dim

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

high level brake light does not work

offside front wiper blade smears the screen

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

strong advise both front driveshaft gaiters perished

Pass 14 Aug 2010 101,337 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

handbrake travel slightly long

high level brake light does not work

nearside front wiper blade split in areas

slight play in offside front inner wheel

strong advise ossilation on nearside rear brakes

Fail 14 Aug 2010 101,337 miles

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both front tyres wearing on edges

handbrake travel slightly long

high level brake light does not work

nearside front wiper blade split in areas

slight play in offside front inner wheel

strong advise ossilation on nearside rear brakes

Pass 16 Jun 2009 88,903 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 77,652 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 62,507 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2007 62,507 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2006 51,785 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 51,785 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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
Full Hyundai Getz reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

VX53 FEH is a 2003 Hyundai Getz in Red with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX53 FEH, 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

How do I check the history of VX53 FEH?

You can check the full history of VX53 FEH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was VX53 FEH registered?

VX53 FEH is a 2003 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is VX53 FEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX53 FEH shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VX53 FEH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on VX53 FEH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.