2004 Hyundai Getz 1.3L Petrol · YP04 VCF
2004 Hyundai Getz (1.3L, petrol). First registered 05 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 21,260 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI GETZ
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 21,260 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.3L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YP04 VCF Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/01/2026
- 21,260 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YP04 VCF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Hyundai Getz (YP04 VCF) between June 2007 and January 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 29 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (10 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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 Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury O/S/F LOWER WING HAS CORROSION CAUSING SHARP EDGES (6.2.1 (”; “Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak flex-i (8.2.1.1 (b))”.
YP04 VCF Mileage History
- 13/06/20074,407 mi
- 17/06/20086,150 mi+1,743 mi
- 17/06/20097,651 mi+1,501 mi
- 10/06/20108,528 mi+877 mi
- 13/06/20119,533 mi+1,005 mi
- 21/06/201210,467 mi+934 mi
- 21/06/201210,467 mi
- 25/06/201311,367 mi+900 mi
- 11/06/201412,328 mi+961 mi
- 18/06/201513,315 mi+987 mi
- 14/06/201614,162 mi+847 mi
- 14/06/201614,162 mi
- 21/06/201714,977 mi+815 mi
- 22/06/201714,977 mi
- 19/06/201815,772 mi+795 mi
- 18/06/201916,511 mi+739 mi
- 19/06/201916,512 mi+1 mi
- 15/06/202016,922 mi+410 mi
- 24/06/202117,273 mi+351 mi
- 21/06/202217,533 mi+260 mi
- 22/06/202217,536 mi+3 mi
- 19/06/202317,690 mi+154 mi
- 19/06/202317,690 mi
- 18/06/202417,753 mi+63 mi
- 18/06/202417,753 mi
- 23/01/202517,783 mi+30 mi
- 29/01/202621,260 mi+3,477 mi
Average of roughly 905 miles per year across 27 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: Good
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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