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EF05 HWA

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,899 mi
Last recorded50,899 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2011
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 HWA
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2011 50,899 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 46,653 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 46,653 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2009 34,214 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 23,303 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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EF05 HWA is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EF05 HWA, 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 EF05 HWA registered?

EF05 HWA is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 June 2005.

Is EF05 HWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF05 HWA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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