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ET56 GZO

2007 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 3342cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

90,495 mi
Last recorded90,495 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Hyundai Sonata64,555 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET56 GZO
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,342cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 90,495 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Feb 2026 90,493 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 89,988 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 88,946 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive timing chain area and sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage Towards the power steering pump (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2023 87,847 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Feb 2023 87,847 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 86,377 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 85,821 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2021 85,821 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 85,018 miles

handbrake travel high

Pass 26 Feb 2019 84,537 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 84,537 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 83,359 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2018 83,358 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2017 79,474 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 8 Feb 2017 79,474 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Feb 2016 72,866 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2016 72,866 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 67,808 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 58,882 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2014 58,882 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 50,468 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 43,860 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 43,860 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 35,265 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 35,265 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 25,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Feb 2010 25,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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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ET56 GZO is a 2007 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 3,342cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

Across all 2007 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 64,555 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 ET56 GZO, 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 19 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 ET56 GZO registered?

ET56 GZO is a 2007 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 23 February 2007.

Is ET56 GZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET56 GZO shows 28 tests with a 60.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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