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EF55 JVK

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,166 mi
Last recorded76,166 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2017 76,166 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 69,858 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 69,858 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 61,505 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 58,282 miles

Fuel filler pipes corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Top power steering pipe damp

Fail 11 Mar 2014 58,282 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fuel filler pipes corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Top power steering pipe damp

Pass 4 Oct 2013 55,277 miles

slight corrosion to both cills

Pass 13 Oct 2012 48,969 miles

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

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 27 Oct 2011 40,313 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 30,010 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 20,493 miles

o/s/f engine tray insecure

Fail 13 Oct 2009 20,493 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

o/s/f engine tray insecure

Pass 10 Nov 2008 15,837 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 JVK is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 JVK, 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 JVK registered?

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

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