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EF55 JVA

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,653 mi
Last recorded70,653 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 JVA
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2015 70,653 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

steering rack has slight play in nearside inner bush

Fail 12 Oct 2015 70,653 miles

Offside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

steering rack has slight play in nearside inner bush

Pass 30 Jul 2014 64,761 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 36,984 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2013 36,984 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 34,815 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 31,402 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 24,501 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 18,642 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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EF55 JVA is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EF55 JVA, 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 EF55 JVA registered?

EF55 JVA is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 29 November 2005.

Is EF55 JVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 JVA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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