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HG05 VSU

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Black Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

91,082 mi
Last recorded91,082 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG05 VSU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 91,082 miles

Engine covers fitted.

Under-Trays fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 24 Jan 2017 75,750 miles

coil spring corroded offside & nearside rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 69,048 miles

item removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 3 Jan 2015 58,288 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 50,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 10 Jan 2014 49,935 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jan 2013 44,268 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/r tyre starting to get low (225/70r17)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 37,468 miles

nsr tyre perished

top pas hose damp

Fail 14 Jan 2012 37,468 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

nsr tyre perished

top pas hose damp

Pass 18 Jan 2011 31,624 miles

engine undertray fitted

handbrake reserve low

nearside front tyre down to 10 psi pressure - inflated for test - outer sidewall slightly worn

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

windscreen wiper blades smear screen slightly and are both split - advise replacement during service

Pass 5 Jan 2010 24,249 miles

very slight oil stains on engine

engine undertray fitted

handbrake reserve low

nail in offside rear tyre

rear brake pads low

stonechips in front screen

Pass 30 Jan 2009 16,582 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,675 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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HG05 VSU is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 HG05 VSU, 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 HG05 VSU registered?

HG05 VSU is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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