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KE53 RFJ

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

58,593 mi
Last recorded58,593 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2013
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 RFJ
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2013 58,593 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 55,315 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 55,315 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 49,933 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 49,933 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 42,561 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 36,129 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 30,320 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 23,194 miles

n/s/r tyrestarting to wear on sides

Pass 1 Dec 2006 21,606 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 21,606 miles

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

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

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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KE53 RFJ is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 KE53 RFJ, 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 KE53 RFJ registered?

KE53 RFJ is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is KE53 RFJ safe to buy?

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