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GK51 VKW

2002 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,919 mi
Last recorded73,919 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Sonata62,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 VKW
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Jan 2015 73,919 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 70,448 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 67,578 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 65,481 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 60,713 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Jan 2010 56,250 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 51,897 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2008 47,042 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 42,643 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 38,013 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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GK51 VKW is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 62,271 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 GK51 VKW, 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 24 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GK51 VKW registered?

GK51 VKW is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 18 January 2002.

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