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EA05 RVC

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Black Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,099 mi
Last recorded84,099 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA05 RVC
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2021 84,099 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 82,718 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 80,237 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 80,237 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2018 77,240 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2017 73,272 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 68,809 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 64,392 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 58,459 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 52,907 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 47,857 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2012 47,857 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 40,999 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 34,457 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 28,111 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 20,226 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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EA05 RVC is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 EA05 RVC, 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 EA05 RVC registered?

EA05 RVC is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 13 April 2005.

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