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EK51 CAV

2001 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,698 mi
Last recorded105,698 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2013
Typical for 2001 Hyundai Sonata62,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 CAV
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2013 105,698 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 105,698 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 102,524 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 102,524 miles

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

Pass 27 Nov 2009 94,266 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 84,437 miles

front brake pads getting low

slight play to o/s/f lower arm outer ball joint

Pass 4 Dec 2007 76,807 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 67,764 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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EK51 CAV is a 2001 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 62,161 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 EK51 CAV, 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 25 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 EK51 CAV registered?

EK51 CAV is a 2001 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 22 December 2001.

Is EK51 CAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK51 CAV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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