Official DVLA Record

2005 Hyundai Getz 1.3L Petrol · VN55 DFD

VN55 DFD

2005 Hyundai Getz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 28/09/2005. Recorded mileage 54,174 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
HYUNDAI GETZ
Year / Origin
2005 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 27/09/2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
54,174 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 27/09/2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1341cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The most recent MOT from September 2025 resulted in a failure. Although the provided history does not list specific defects for this entry, the vehicle is currently recorded as having failed its latest inspection. Prior to this, the vehicle showed a very stable and clean pattern. It passed four consecutive tests between 2021 and 2024 without a single recorded defect, suggesting the car was in good condition for several years. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 2,580 miles per year. This indicates the car has experienced very light use or has spent significant periods of time standing. While this means there is minimal wear on the engine and drivetrain, low-use vehicles are often susceptible to issues caused by inactivity rather than mileage. The condition trend has shifted from stable to failing. The main risk is the current lack of a valid MOT and the potential for age-related degradation of components that perish when not used regularly. A buyer should first establish the exact reasons for the September 2025 failure.

VN55 DFD Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 16/09/2025
  • 54,174 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Hyundai Getz

Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

VN55 DFD Mileage History

  1. 28/09/202152,999 mi
  2. 27/09/202253,511 mi+512 mi
  3. 27/09/202353,745 mi+234 mi
  4. 27/09/202454,016 mi+271 mi
  5. 16/09/202554,174 mi+158 mi

Average of roughly 296 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

VN55 DFD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Aug 2026, 19:16
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Hyundai Getz (VN55 DFD) between September 2021 and September 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 September 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”.

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