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DE51 FSU

2001 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

63,943 mi
Last recorded63,943 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 2001 Hyundai Sonata62,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE51 FSU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 63,943 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 60,310 miles

nearside front tyre worn bald on inner edge

offside front tyre worn bald on inner edge

Pass 2 Nov 2013 55,483 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 50,298 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 44,909 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 44,909 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 39,269 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 32,596 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Nov 2009 32,596 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 25,429 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 24,953 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 24,942 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2006 18,943 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Hyundai Sonata?

Based on 74,210 MOT tests across 8,096 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,308
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
8,096
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,638
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,084
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,092
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,676
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,531
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DE51 FSU is a 2001 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2001 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 62,161 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Hyundai Sonata fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DE51 FSU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Sonata typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE51 FSU registered?

DE51 FSU is a 2001 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is DE51 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE51 FSU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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