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R255 DPW

1998 Hyundai Accent Gls

Green Petrol 1495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

864,162 mi
Last recorded864,162 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2008
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Accent Gls81,136 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR255 DPW
MakeHyundai
ModelAccent Gls
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,495cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Nov 2008 864,162 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 81,044 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 77,269 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Hyundai Accent Gls?

Based on 1,824 MOT tests across 408 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
6,879
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
408
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 180
Brake pipe excessively corroded 142
position lamp(s) not working 113
Registration plate lamp not working 103
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 99
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R255 DPW is a 1998 Hyundai Accent Gls in Green with a 1,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Hyundai Accent Gls models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 81,136 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Accent Gls fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 180 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R255 DPW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Accent Gls typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 28 years old, this Hyundai Accent Gls is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R255 DPW registered?

R255 DPW is a 1998 Hyundai Accent Gls, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R255 DPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R255 DPW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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