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DE55 MTV

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

77,173 mi
Last recorded77,173 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 MTV
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 77,173 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 65,135 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 64,326 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2015 64,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 62,844 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 60,126 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Oct 2012 56,511 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 56,511 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 51,077 miles

rear tyres outer sidewalls starting to split

Pass 30 Sep 2010 47,846 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 39,284 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 39,284 miles

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Oct 2008 30,323 miles

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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DE55 MTV is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 53,685 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 DE55 MTV, 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 21 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DE55 MTV registered?

DE55 MTV is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is DE55 MTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 MTV 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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