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YY08 VZX

2008 Hyundai Getz

Silver Petrol 1086cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

26,864 mi
Last recorded26,864 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Getz50,454 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY08 VZX
MakeHyundai
ModelGetz
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,086cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 26,864 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 21,396 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 19,757 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 19,336 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 18,549 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 16,440 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 14,735 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 13,374 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 11,571 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 9,875 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Jul 2014 9,875 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 7,923 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 6,753 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)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 6,753 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 5,292 miles

n/s/f tyre cut in sidewall but not to cords

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
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YY08 VZX is a 2008 Hyundai Getz in Silver with a 1,086cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Getz models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 50,454 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YY08 VZX, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Getz is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YY08 VZX is a 2008 Hyundai Getz, first registered on 22 July 2008.

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