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BU03 DXE

2003 Hyundai Accent

Black Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

96,104 mi
Last recorded96,104 miles
Recorded on8 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Accent54,828 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 DXE
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2015 96,104 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 84,241 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 78,334 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2012 72,423 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 66,522 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 59,109 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 59,109 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 53,548 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Feb 2009 42,215 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 39,704 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

hand brake lever has high travel but not reaching its reserve

plastic civers fitted to both sills not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Feb 2007 36,420 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 27,471 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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BU03 DXE is a 2003 Hyundai Accent in Black with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Accent models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 54,828 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 BU03 DXE, 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 23 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 BU03 DXE registered?

BU03 DXE is a 2003 Hyundai Accent, first registered on 1 March 2003.

Is BU03 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 DXE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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