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GN53 RVV

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

89,138 mi
Last recorded89,138 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2016
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 RVV
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2016 89,138 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

rear brake discs worn and corroding

rear brakes slight bind

Pass 14 Dec 2015 76,423 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre going bald on edges

offside front tyre bald on inside edge

Pass 11 Dec 2014 66,960 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

exhaust sytem corroded

nearside front and offside front tyres worn on inner edges

rear discs corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 9 Dec 2013 59,053 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 7 Dec 2013 59,042 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2012 52,226 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 49,166 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2011 49,166 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 43,346 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 39,684 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 35,325 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 31,319 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 26,310 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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GN53 RVV is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 57,299 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 GN53 RVV, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GN53 RVV registered?

GN53 RVV is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 13 December 2003.

Is GN53 RVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN53 RVV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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