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DY55 GMX

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,306 mi
Last recorded58,306 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 GMX
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2016 58,306 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 52,034 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jun 2015 52,034 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 47,777 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 44,490 miles

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

Fail 26 Jun 2012 40,674 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 40,674 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 38,176 miles

nearside rear tyre wall cracking

offside rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 14 Jun 2010 35,576 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 31,523 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 31,485 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b) DANGEROUS

3rd stop light not working.

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 24,394 miles

Long travel on handbrake.

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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DY55 GMX is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY55 GMX, 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 DY55 GMX registered?

DY55 GMX is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 6 September 2005.

Is DY55 GMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 GMX shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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