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ET06 DUV

2006 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

144,676 mi
Last recorded144,676 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Sonata62,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET06 DUV
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2017 144,676 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2017 144,557 miles

Emissions not tested Emissions not tested due to hole in back box. (7.3.A.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Both inner steering rack end have play in inner ball joint

Pass 10 Dec 2016 112,226 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 110,996 miles

Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

NS inner rack end has play in inner ball joint

NSF inner rack end

Pass 11 Dec 2015 72,966 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 72,712 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 72,712 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 72,374 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 72,374 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 3 May 2012 71,611 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 71,611 miles

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

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside brake disc scored

Pass 13 Jun 2011 61,312 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 46,903 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 28,139 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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ET06 DUV is a 2006 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 62,586 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 ET06 DUV, 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 20 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was ET06 DUV registered?

ET06 DUV is a 2006 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 30 June 2006.

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