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FE55 PFG

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

43,942 mi
Last recorded43,942 miles
Recorded on15 May 2012
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE55 PFG
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2012 43,942 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 14 May 2012 43,927 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2011 32,814 miles

Front brake discs show signs of wear and corrosion

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear tyre perished

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front registration plate damaged

Pass 19 May 2010 18,982 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 17,573 miles

front tyres and n/s rear tyres cracking on tread

front tyres worn to 2.5 mm will soon reqire attention

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 12 Sep 2008 12,329 miles

front pads wearing low

Fail 12 Sep 2008 12,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front pads wearing low

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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FE55 PFG is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FE55 PFG, 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.

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What year was FE55 PFG registered?

FE55 PFG is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is FE55 PFG safe to buy?

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