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DV05 WTJ

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,265 mi
Last recorded43,265 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 WTJ
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2014 43,265 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 May 2013 39,901 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

play in n/s steering rack-end

Pass 29 May 2012 32,955 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 30,559 miles

Both front braking disc's are slightly worn

Main fron-rear brake pipes covered with plastic trims, plastic sill trims also fitted at time of test

Nearside Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 27,841 miles

Both rear tyres slightly cracked and perished

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 3 Jun 2010 27,841 miles

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

Both rear tyres slightly cracked and perished

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 May 2009 24,017 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2008 18,643 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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DV05 WTJ is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 DV05 WTJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DV05 WTJ registered?

DV05 WTJ is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is DV05 WTJ safe to buy?

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