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GX53 FLH

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Red Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

108,954 mi
Last recorded108,954 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2020
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 FLH
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2020 108,954 miles

Advise aircon leaks

Advise engine oil leaks

Advise flexible exhaust section showing signs of fatigue

Pass 29 Aug 2019 101,398 miles

Brake fluid showing signs of contamination

Nearside Rear Tyre worn outer edge 3mm

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn outer edge 3mm

Pass 20 Aug 2018 94,178 miles

Advise b/fluid showing signs of contamination

Advise front b/pads 50% worn

Fail 20 Aug 2018 94,178 miles

Advise b/fluid showing signs of contamination

Advise front b/pads 50% worn

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 86,078 miles

Engine light on

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Aug 2017 87,078 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine light on

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Aug 2016 77,276 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 67,806 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 61,114 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 51,792 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

advise front brake pads worn low,discs worn/lipped.

advise nearside front tyre on wear bars.

Pass 23 Aug 2012 45,324 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 39,571 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 35,584 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 31,786 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 27,790 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 24,552 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 20,786 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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GX53 FLH is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Red with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GX53 FLH, 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 GX53 FLH registered?

GX53 FLH is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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