Hyundai Accent Si (2000)
2000 Hyundai Accent Si
CarHunch analysed 257 real MOT records for the 2000 Hyundai Accent Si. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2000 Hyundai Accent Si is a reliability concern: only 35% pass their MOT first time, roughly half the UK average of 80%, and these cars are racking up an average of 0.72 failures per test. With just 5.8% having dangerous defects, the issue isn't safety risk—it's the sheer number of minor but persistent mechanical problems typical owners face.
At around 62,000 miles on average, these vehicles aren't high-mileage specimens, yet they're still generating 1.6 advisories per car, suggesting age-related wear rather than abuse. If you're considering one, budget for regular repairs and get a pre-purchase inspection focused on cooling system, suspension, and exhaust components—the likely culprits behind those repeated failures.
What to check before buying a 2000 Hyundai Accent Si
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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 254 | 34.5% | 0.72 |
| Other (1%) | 3 | 83.3% | 0.33 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2000 Hyundai Accent Si 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 2000 Hyundai Accent Si vehicles fall between 46,095 and 72,502 miles.
MOT History Averages
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