2005 Hyundai Getz 1.1L Petrol · EF05 FSC

The vehicle failed its most recent pre-2026 MOT in September 2024 but passed the subsequent test on 3 October 2025 at 127,248 miles, meaning the current MOT is valid and the car is roadworthy, though with advisories. However, the maintenance trend shows a worsening condition over the past two years: multiple recurring failures on the horn, seat belt, exhaust leak, CV joint boots, and brake pads indicate neglected routine servicing and deferred repairs, particularly on safety-critical items. The fact that the same exhaust leak persisted across four consecutive tests suggests either poor-quality repairs or continued use of a vehicle with known defects. Mileage accumulation has been slow and irregular. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the car gained only 1,200 miles (from 110,314 to 125,512), but then jumped by 1,736 miles in just one day between the 10 and 11 September 2024 tests—likely a clerical error or re-registration—before adding just 1,736 more miles in the following year to reach 127,248 by October 2025. This low annual average of around 6,000 miles is typical for its age, but the sparse test record (only five entries over 21 years) and the gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests imply possible long periods of inactivity or inconsistent service history. A buyer should pay close attention to the front suspension and braking systems: repeated advisories on track rod ends, anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, and CV joint boots point to advanced wear on steering and drivetrain components, especially given the car’s age and mileage. The brake pads were dangerously thin—under 1.5 mm—in September 2023, and though the 2025 test recorded no brake-related faults, the history suggests the pads may have been replaced haphazardly rather than as part of a planned maintenance schedule. The persistent minor exhaust leak and oil seepage also warrant inspection for corrosion around the manifold or catalytic converter, and any signs of structural rust should be checked thoroughly, particularly around suspension mounting points and wheel arches where moisture traps exist.