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X236 VAF

2001 Hyundai Accent

Blue Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,809 mi
Last recorded88,809 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2001 Hyundai Accent56,035 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX236 VAF
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Feb 2018 88,809 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 83,811 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 83,811 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 77,901 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 70,134 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 66,811 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 63,501 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 59,924 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 56,005 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 51,731 miles

Oil leak

Fail 9 Feb 2010 51,731 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Feb 2009 47,062 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 42,838 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 42,838 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Feb 2007 37,446 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 32,163 miles

both front tyres down to 2mm

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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X236 VAF is a 2001 Hyundai Accent in Blue with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 56,035 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 X236 VAF, 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 25 years old, this Hyundai Accent is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X236 VAF registered?

X236 VAF is a 2001 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 15 February 2001.

Is X236 VAF safe to buy?

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