2003 Hyundai Getz 1.3L Petrol · FN03 DGE

The vehicle presents a concerning state of structural integrity with a clear trend of worsening corrosion. While the car passed its most recent MOT in July 2023 at 113,545 miles, this followed a significant failure just four days prior. That failure highlighted critical structural issues on the nearside and offside rear cab and chassis where corrosion was seriously affecting strength. Although the subsequent pass indicates these specific points were addressed, the persistent presence of corrosion on the front and rear sub-frames suggests the vehicle is reaching the end of its structural life. The mileage profile is notably low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. Between July 2020 and July 2023, the car covered only 9,186 miles, suggesting infrequent use. However, this low-mileage often correlates with the environmental degradation seen here, as stationary vehicles can accelerate rust. The record shows a consistent gap of roughly 3,000 to 3,000 miles between annual tests, though the mechanical wear on components remains. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the entire chassis, specifically the sills and mounting points, to ensure the structural repairs made in 2023 were robust. The history shows recurring corroded brake pipes hidden by grease in both 2021 and 2023, which indicates a lack of preventative maintenance. The buyer should also check the front CV boots and anti-roll bar linkages, as these were repeatedly flagged as severely deteriorated in the 2021 and 2022 tests. Given the age of the vehicle, the rubber components may be perished from age despite the low mileage.