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P697 PTU

1997 Hyundai Accent Ls

Purple Petrol 1341cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

110,398 mi
Last recorded110,398 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2007
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls83,191 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP697 PTU
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent Ls
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,341cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2007 110,398 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2007 110,291 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

(2.5C.1d)the nearside and offside front outer constant velocity joint gaiters are deteriorating

(2d)Items left within the boot could be considered to prevent an mot test being carried out if the nominated tester considers such action necessary,please ensure in future that items are removed

(4.1.D1)nearside front tyre is worn close to the legal limit

(4.1.D1)offside rear tyre is worn close to the legal limit

(8.2.2)Unable to establish if the wiper blades rubbers being deteriorated are able to effectively clear the windscreen in conjunction with the washers,as the washers are inoperative

(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror could be considered to obscure the drivers view of the road,recommend not hanging items from the interior mirror

Pass 12 Sep 2006 103,534 miles

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

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

engine sump corroded

front cross member corroded

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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P697 PTU is a 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls in Purple with a 1,341cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P697 PTU, 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 P697 PTU registered?

P697 PTU is a 1997 Hyundai Accent Ls, first registered on 5 June 1997.

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