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P157 JCH

1997 Hyundai Accent Ls

Blue Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

91,301 mi
Last recorded91,301 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls83,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP157 JCH
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent Ls
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2007 91,301 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2007 95,301 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 80,302 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 80,222 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2005 71,680 miles

How Reliable is the Hyundai Accent Ls?

Based on 3,278 MOT tests across 712 vehicles.

61.8%
Pass Rate
6,506
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
712
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 397
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 379
Registration plate lamp not working 234
position lamp(s) not working 221
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 191
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P157 JCH is a 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls in Blue with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.5% with a typical mileage of 83,191 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 Ls fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 397 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P157 JCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Accent Ls typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Hyundai Accent Ls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P157 JCH registered?

P157 JCH is a 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls, first registered on 27 June 1997.

Is P157 JCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P157 JCH shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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