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P497 YTN

1997 Hyundai Accent Ls

White Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2007
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

86,444 mi
Last recorded86,444 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2007
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls83,191 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP497 YTN
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent Ls
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 2 Jul 2007 86,444 miles

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

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

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

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

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

BOTH FRONT AND REAR COIL SPRINGS CORRODED

BOTH FRONT CV BOOTS CRACKED

Battery insecure

ENGINE OIL LOW

FULL EXHAUST SYSTEM CORRODED

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jun 2006 79,682 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 79,682 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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P497 YTN is a 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls in White with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 P497 YTN, 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 P497 YTN registered?

P497 YTN is a 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls, first registered on 21 February 1997.

Is P497 YTN safe to buy?

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