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EX51 VMJ

2001 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2022
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,498 mi
Last recorded66,498 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2021
Typical for 2001 Hyundai Sonata62,161 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 VMJ
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2021 66,498 miles

n/s door handle broken. but works

Pass 23 Jul 2020 66,094 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 66,092 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 65,713 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 65,713 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 65,218 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 64,528 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 63,881 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 63,881 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 20 Jul 2015 63,134 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 62,701 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 62,220 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 61,775 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 61,071 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 61,071 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 60,175 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2009 58,793 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jul 2008 56,444 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2007 52,789 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 43,403 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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EX51 VMJ is a 2001 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EX51 VMJ, 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 EX51 VMJ registered?

EX51 VMJ is a 2001 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is EX51 VMJ safe to buy?

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