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EY04 BFL

2004 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

84,498 mi
Last recorded84,498 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Sonata58,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY04 BFL
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2024 84,498 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 84,498 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2023 82,722 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Apr 2023 82,722 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil level low (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 81,301 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside of vehicle no leaks found at time of test (1.1.11 (c))

condensation in n/s headlamp

oil dampness around bottom of engine

Pass 26 Apr 2021 79,518 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 77,759 miles

exhaust flexy joint splitting

noise around aux belt area

oil dampness around power steering rack level ok

unable to test n/s/r seat belt due to baby seat fitted

Pass 12 Jan 2019 72,054 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 66,970 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine has oil leaks

rear brake discs are corroded

rear brake pads getting low n/s/r

Fail 24 Jan 2018 66,970 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres wearing on edges

engine has oil leaks

rear brake discs are corroded

rear brake pads getting low n/s/r

Pass 20 Jan 2017 63,502 miles

both front tyres are worn on edges

front exhaust flexy pipe deteriorating and slightly rattling

n/s/f tyre has a nail in tread (repairable)

Pass 30 Dec 2015 58,791 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 55,884 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 53,513 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 53,513 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 45,516 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 40,731 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 40,731 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)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 36,282 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2009 28,103 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 22,594 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 16,902 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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EY04 BFL is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 58,391 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 EY04 BFL, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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EY04 BFL is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 10 May 2004.

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