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Hyundai Accent

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,341 cc

T289 TNCMOT history

T289 TNC is a red petrol Hyundai Accent first used on 2 Aug 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 35,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
35,998 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
859 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T289 TNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Hyundai
Model
Accent
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,341 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
2 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T289 TNC was last recorded at 35,998 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,996 miles · 15 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
859 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 35,998 miles
  • 2024 – 35,415 miles
  • 2023 – 34,788 miles
  • 2022 – 34,153 miles
  • 2021 – 33,583 miles
  • 2020 – 32,614 miles
  • 2019 – 31,674 miles
  • 2018 – 30,884 miles
  • 2017 – 29,827 miles
  • 2016 – 29,296 miles
  • 2015 – 28,582 miles
  • 2014 – 28,000 miles
  • 2013 – 27,240 miles
  • 2012 – 26,790 miles
  • 2011 – 26,482 miles
  • 2010 – 26,293 miles
  • 2009 – 25,809 miles
  • 2008 – 25,351 miles
  • 2007 – 23,950 miles
  • 2006 – 19,338 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,998 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler neck.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

33 tests since 26 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,998 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    35,998 miles
    Test number
    144268999462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail35,996 miles (+581)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,996 miles
    Test number
    408593532030
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill holed and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill holed and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass35,415 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    35,415 miles
    Test number
    234026031663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler neck.
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Fail35,404 miles (+616)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,404 miles
    Test number
    717285793131
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture Front to rear brakepipe burst and leaking (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel filler neck.
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack. (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass34,788 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    34,788 miles
    Test number
    792652165069
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail34,788 miles (+635)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,788 miles
    Test number
    328370485312
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass34,153 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    34,153 miles
    Test number
    650314948730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail34,151 miles (+568)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,151 miles
    Test number
    896882991679
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass33,583 miles (+969)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    33,583 miles
    Test number
    203803976220
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front wipers split.
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer drive shaft boot cracking.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  10. Pass32,614 miles (+15)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    32,614 miles
    Test number
    137684494174
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front drive shaft outer rubber boots cracking.
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper rubbers split.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate cracked.

  11. Fail32,599 miles (+925)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,599 miles
    Test number
    121305396710
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill close to passenger front seat mounting. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill and center sill holed x2. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front drive shaft outer rubber boots cracking.
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper rubbers split.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Number plate cracked.

  12. Pass31,674 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    31,674 miles
    Test number
    354572352518
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill section ,both sides corroded to excess in multiple places

  13. Fail31,668 miles (+784)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,668 miles
    Test number
    938523593171
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill section ,both sides corroded to excess in multiple places

  14. Pass30,884 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    30,884 miles
    Test number
    161626325501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,878 miles (+1,051)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,878 miles
    Test number
    713420332021
    • FailureStop lamp not working both (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass29,827 miles (+531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    29,827 miles
    Test number
    771502398875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to flex (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass29,296 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,296 miles
    Test number
    510596601265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,290 miles (+708)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,290 miles
    Test number
    476089888437
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

  19. Pass28,582 miles (+5)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    28,582 miles
    Test number
    738015605276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNumber plates starting to distort
    • NoteRear brake pipes have been greased
    • NoteUnable to see fully rear outer brake pipes
    • NoteWorn wiper damage to windscreen

  20. Fail28,577 miles (+577)9 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,577 miles
    Test number
    395813805417
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNumber plates starting to distort
    • NoteRear brake pipes have been greased
    • NoteUnable to see fully rear outer brake pipes
    • NoteWorn wiper damage to windscreen

  21. Pass28,000 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    28,000 miles
    Test number
    498920214223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,990 miles (+750)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,990 miles
    Test number
    349389804433
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  23. Pass27,240 miles (+450)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    27,240 miles
    Test number
    708742113207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,790 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    26,790 miles
    Test number
    358844812230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail26,788 miles (+306)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,788 miles
    Test number
    529837602268
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass26,482 miles (+189)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    26,482 miles
    Test number
    887752901269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,293 miles (+484)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    26,293 miles
    Test number
    341100610420
    • NoteFront brake imbalance higher than normal

  28. Pass25,809 miles (+458)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,809 miles
    Test number
    700728309277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass25,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    25,351 miles
    Test number
    720783318294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail25,351 miles (+1,401)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,351 miles
    Test number
    182921318238
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  31. Pass23,950 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,950 miles
    Test number
    313214417239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteGnash in o/s/r tyre edge

  32. Fail23,950 miles (+4,612)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,950 miles
    Test number
    170183917283
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteGnash in o/s/r tyre edge

  33. Pass19,338 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,338 miles
    Test number
    294657706295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T289 TNC

Does T289 TNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T289 TNC is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T289 TNC?
The MOT on T289 TNC is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T289 TNC done?
T289 TNC was recorded at 35,998 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 859 miles a year.
Has T289 TNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T289 TNC has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T289 TNC 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 T289 TNC find?
T289 TNC passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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