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KX53 FYL

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Green Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

142,615 mi
Last recorded142,615 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 FYL
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2013 142,615 miles

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

Fail 19 Sep 2013 142,614 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 136,793 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 129,498 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 122,647 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 122,643 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Sep 2009 114,412 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 91,486 miles

Oil leak

rear no plate figures deteriorating

Fail 22 Aug 2008 91,486 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

rear no plate figures deteriorating

Pass 24 Aug 2007 60,518 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 60,510 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Offside Rear 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 4 Jan 2007 38,925 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 38,248 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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KX53 FYL is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Green with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 KX53 FYL, 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 KX53 FYL registered?

KX53 FYL is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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