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EP54 FTU

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Beige Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2017
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

137,798 mi
Last recorded137,798 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP54 FTU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2016 137,798 miles

Beam adjuster fitted to offside headlamp

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush control arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 127,300 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 127,241 miles

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

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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EP54 FTU is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Beige with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EP54 FTU, 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 EP54 FTU registered?

EP54 FTU is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is EP54 FTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP54 FTU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EP54 FTU have outstanding finance?

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