2002 Hyundai Getz 1.1L Petrol · WJ52 VEK
2002 Hyundai Getz (1.1L, petrol). First registered 31 Oct 2002. Recorded mileage 111,719 miles. MOT expired on 18 Mar 2023.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI GETZ
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Mar 2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,719 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WJ52 VEK Key Findings
- 28 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/03/2023
- 111,719 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 13 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (20 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WJ52 VEK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Hyundai Getz (WJ52 VEK) between October 2005 and March 2023.
The record contains 15 passes and 13 failures.
The most recent test on 06 March 2023 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (20 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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: “Offside Rear Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.
WJ52 VEK Mileage History
- 17/10/200526,165 mi
- 14/11/200638,614 mi+12,449 mi
- 09/10/200742,579 mi+3,965 mi
- 09/10/200742,579 mi
- 25/11/200847,125 mi+4,546 mi
- 16/11/200953,434 mi+6,309 mi
- 17/11/200953,434 mi
- 22/11/201062,500 mi+9,066 mi
- 09/11/201164,872 mi+2,372 mi
- 11/11/201164,872 mi
- 04/04/201369,348 mi+4,476 mi
- 04/04/201369,348 mi
- 08/04/201581,480 mi+12,132 mi
- 18/03/201681,483 mi+3 mi
- 18/03/201681,483 mi
- 09/03/201784,681 mi+3,198 mi
- 10/03/201784,681 mi
- 15/03/201889,806 mi+5,125 mi
- 15/03/201889,806 mi
- 26/02/201995,913 mi+6,107 mi
- 28/02/201995,913 mi
- 12/03/2020100,844 mi+4,931 mi
- 19/03/2020100,844 mi
- 15/03/2021103,767 mi+2,923 mi
- 16/03/2021103,770 mi+3 mi
- 28/02/2022106,840 mi+3,070 mi
- 02/03/2022106,840 mi
- 06/03/2023111,719 mi+4,879 mi
Average of roughly 4,922 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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.
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Common Problems: HYUNDAI GETZ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Clutch release-bearing and cable wear(Moderate)
Urban Getz models often need a clutch earlier than expected, with noisy release bearings and heavy or inconsistent pedal action as the usual warning signs.
- Brake-pipe and subframe corrosion(Serious)
The shells hold up fairly well, but UK road salt attacks exposed brake pipes, subframe edges and mounting points. Neglected cars can move from advisories to MOT failures quickly.
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- Clutch release-bearing and cable wearModerate
Urban Getz models often need a clutch earlier than expected, with noisy release bearings and heavy or inconsistent pedal action as the usual warning signs.
- Brake-pipe and subframe corrosionSerious
The shells hold up fairly well, but UK road salt attacks exposed brake pipes, subframe edges and mounting points. Neglected cars can move from advisories to MOT failures quickly.
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