Hyundai Accent Bari Coupe (1999)
1999 Hyundai Accent Bari Coupe
CarHunch analysed 110 real MOT records for the 1999 Hyundai Accent Bari Coupe. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1999 Hyundai Accent is a genuinely difficult prospect — it passes MOT first time just 32% of the time, less than half the UK average of 80%, meaning most buyers will face repair costs immediately after purchase. The good news is that dangerous defects are rare at 2.7%, so safety isn't the primary concern; it's the breadth of smaller wear-and-tear failures that catch owners out.
At 67,000 miles on average, these cars have moderate mileage for their age, yet they're still racking up 0.65 failures and 1.2 advisories per test on average. If you're considering one, budget for at least one round of repairs before it passes, and check the service history carefully — this model demands good maintenance to stay on the road.
What to check before buying a 1999 Hyundai Accent Bari Coupe
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 1999 Hyundai Accent Bari Coupe vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 1999 Hyundai Accent Bari Coupe vehicles fall between 53,508 and 76,731 miles.
MOT History Averages
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