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WU05 XJC

2005 Hyundai Accent

Red Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

56,474 mi
Last recorded56,474 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Accent51,515 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU05 XJC
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2020 56,474 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 55,807 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 5 Jul 2018 55,281 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Uneven pad wear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 23 Jun 2017 54,633 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 54,633 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 7 Jun 2016 53,653 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 53,652 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 52,566 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2015 52,562 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 50,969 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 23 Dec 2013 50,969 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Dec 2012 47,189 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2012 47,187 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 7 Dec 2011 44,193 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 40,191 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 34,655 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 34,655 miles

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 30,753 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 26,239 miles

underneath of front, wire mesh fitted to vehicle

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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WU05 XJC is a 2005 Hyundai Accent in Red with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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

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 WU05 XJC, 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.

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How do I check the history of WU05 XJC?

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What year was WU05 XJC registered?

WU05 XJC is a 2005 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 11 March 2005.

Is WU05 XJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU05 XJC shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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