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EF55 LDL

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,801 mi
Last recorded60,801 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 60,801 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 53,270 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

all major suspension components corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2015 48,927 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2015 48,927 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 43,824 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 39,441 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 35,175 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 31,383 miles

front Wiper blades worn

rear Brake discs pitted

Pass 3 Nov 2010 26,717 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2010 26,717 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2009 23,813 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front Tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 12 Nov 2008 17,618 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 LDL is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EF55 LDL, 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 EF55 LDL registered?

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

Is EF55 LDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 LDL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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