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KD05 HYU

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

100,814 mi
Last recorded100,814 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2015
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD05 HYU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2015 100,814 miles

advise front brake pads getting low

Pass 21 May 2014 93,931 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 81,858 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 81,858 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 May 2012 69,344 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 56,834 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 56,834 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 45,652 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 31,050 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 31,050 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 21 May 2008 16,521 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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KD05 HYU is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KD05 HYU, 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 KD05 HYU registered?

KD05 HYU is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 23 May 2005.

Is KD05 HYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD05 HYU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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