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GF05 RPU

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,963 mi
Last recorded67,963 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 RPU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 67,963 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 5 Jun 2017 67,963 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Jun 2016 63,334 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 1 Jun 2015 57,655 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 57,655 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 28 May 2014 52,962 miles

engin light stay on

Fail 27 May 2014 52,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

engin light stay on

o/s/rear tyre flat

Pass 28 May 2013 47,901 miles

engin light stay on

Fail 28 May 2013 47,901 miles

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

engin light stay on

Pass 31 May 2012 39,486 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 31,496 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 May 2011 31,496 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 26,080 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2010 26,080 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 14 May 2009 19,016 miles

all four tyres deteriorated

high level stop lamp not working

Pass 5 Jun 2008 13,844 miles

all four tyres slightly deteriorated

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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GF05 RPU is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 GF05 RPU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF05 RPU registered?

GF05 RPU is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 7 May 2005.

Is GF05 RPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 RPU shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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