Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto (1998)
1998 Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto
CarHunch analysed 107 real MOT records for the 1998 Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1998 Hyundai Accent LSI Auto is significantly less reliable than the UK average, with only 25.8% passing first time compared to 80% nationally—a stark gap that reflects the age and inherent wear of a 26-year-old vehicle. The dangerous defect rate of 2.8% is reassuringly low, so safety concerns are minimal, but the median CarHunch score of 50 underscores that these cars are well past their prime.
At a median mileage of 63,190, surviving examples have been relatively well-kept, yet they still average 0.59 failures and 1.2 advisories per test, pointing to cumulative deterioration in electrics, suspension, and exhaust systems typical of this era. If you're considering one, budget for immediate remedial work before purchase and expect ongoing maintenance costs; this is a classic-car project rather than a reliable daily driver.
What to check before buying a 1998 Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto
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 1998 Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto 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 1998 Hyundai Accent Lsi Auto vehicles fall between 55,963 and 83,071 miles.
MOT History Averages
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