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Hyundai Coupe

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,975 cc

R686 GAAMOT history

R686 GAA is a red petrol Hyundai Coupe first used on 31 Mar 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 58,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
58,324 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R686 GAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Hyundai
Model
Coupe
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,975 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R686 GAA was last recorded at 58,324 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,300 miles · 7 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
1,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,324 miles
  • 2024 – 53,011 miles
  • 2023 – 48,428 miles
  • 2022 – 42,632 miles
  • 2021 – 35,965 miles
  • 2020 – 34,029 miles
  • 2019 – 32,451 miles
  • 2018 – 31,169 miles
  • 2017 – 31,076 miles
  • 2015 – 30,627 miles
  • 2014 – 30,580 miles
  • 2013 – 30,239 miles
  • 2012 – 29,845 miles
  • 2011 – 29,220 miles
  • 2010 – 28,873 miles
  • 2009 – 28,535 miles
  • 2008 – 27,987 miles
  • 2007 – 27,501 miles
  • 2006 – 26,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,324 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2026

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,324 miles (+24)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    58,324 miles
    Test number
    296899782794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail58,300 miles (+40)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,300 miles
    Test number
    520069997782
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail58,260 miles (+5,249)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,260 miles
    Test number
    261157823483
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass53,011 miles (+42)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    53,011 miles
    Test number
    471118257684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail52,969 miles (+4,541)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,969 miles
    Test number
    171580015097
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

  6. Pass48,428 miles (+5,796)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    48,428 miles
    Test number
    109151668357
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (Perishing) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (Perishing) (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlight Slightly Dull
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass42,632 miles (+1)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    42,632 miles
    Test number
    113630032821
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail42,631 miles (+6,666)8 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,631 miles
    Test number
    506816550330
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component missing sensor retaining bold missing (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged wiring not retained properly allowing it to rub and snag (1.6 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint to catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively wiring not fully retained allowing the possibility of it snagging/rubbing (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass35,965 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    35,965 miles
    Test number
    809601459884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,029 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    34,029 miles
    Test number
    933602626971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail34,018 miles (+1,567)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,018 miles
    Test number
    980007805902
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass32,451 miles (+1,282)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    32,451 miles
    Test number
    850047039772
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear sill corroded but not holed of which is visible

  13. Pass31,169 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    31,169 miles
    Test number
    507832735268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and center tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe very corroded

  14. Fail31,166 miles (+90)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,166 miles
    Test number
    942008565780
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and center tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust pipe very corroded

  15. Pass31,076 miles (+449)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    31,076 miles
    Test number
    355087792211
    • AdvisoryAll four Brake Discs pitted and rusty due to lack of use.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has crack in sidewall and tread pattern due to age.

  16. Pass30,627 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    30,627 miles
    Test number
    661227333225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail30,580 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,580 miles
    Test number
    265093874215
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass30,580 miles (+341)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    30,580 miles
    Test number
    359133974400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,239 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,239 miles
    Test number
    268039463230
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass30,239 miles (+394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    30,239 miles
    Test number
    336009663257
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass29,845 miles (+625)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    29,845 miles
    Test number
    925746972269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,220 miles (+347)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    29,220 miles
    Test number
    327110471282
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  23. Pass28,873 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,873 miles
    Test number
    202393870295
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail28,856 miles (+321)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,856 miles
    Test number
    621641970231
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass28,535 miles (+548)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,535 miles
    Test number
    733842079218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass27,987 miles (+486)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,987 miles
    Test number
    794394578284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass27,501 miles (+914)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    27,501 miles
    Test number
    902833967292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,587 miles
    Test number
    223638356279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R686 GAA

Does R686 GAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R686 GAA is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R686 GAA?
The MOT on R686 GAA is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R686 GAA done?
R686 GAA was recorded at 58,324 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 1,627 miles a year.
Has R686 GAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R686 GAA has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on R686 GAA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on R686 GAA find?
R686 GAA passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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