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EK51 ELH

2001 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

141,750 mi
Last recorded141,750 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Hyundai Sonata62,161 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 ELH
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2017 141,750 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Nov 2017 141,706 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2016 136,810 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 130,908 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 123,729 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 116,328 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 110,370 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Dec 2011 103,356 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 103,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 96,087 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 87,896 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 79,164 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 70,697 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 70,570 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 60,617 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 49,167 miles

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

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

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 ELH is a 2001 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ELH, 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.

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What year was EK51 ELH registered?

EK51 ELH is a 2001 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 12 December 2001.

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