2005 Hyundai Accent 1.6L Petrol · KF05 UGJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on March 31, 2026, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent test cleared the car, it had failed just twenty days prior at 67,771 miles due to a leaking nearside rear shock absorber and a deteriorated nearside front outer CV boot. This sequence suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they trigger an MOT failure, rather than replacing wear-related components at scheduled intervals. At 21 years old, the recorded mileage of 67,776 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,227 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear. The data supports this, as the 2025 failure at 64,197 miles flagged a perishing offside front tyre and a structural tear in the nearside rear tyre. The small gap of 3,500 miles between annual tests indicates the vehicle sits for long periods, which can accelerate brake rot and tyre sidewall cracking over time. A buyer must inspect the condition of the front drivetrain specifically, as the CV boot has appeared as a failure point in consecutive years. The 2024 test at 60,701 miles noted pitted and scored front brake discs, which is common on low-mileage cars that suffer from surface corrosion. The ABS warning lamp flagged in March 2025 should be verified as cleared to ensure no persistent electronic faults remain. Given the age and low mileage, a thorough physical inspection of the chassis for structural rust is essential, as the record does not account for the integrity of the underbody or sills.