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LF04 BDU

2004 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,781 mi
Last recorded43,781 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2013
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Sonata58,391 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF04 BDU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2013 43,781 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 38,727 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2012 38,723 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)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 33,160 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 23,838 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 22 Mar 2010 23,838 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 20,052 miles

handbrake travel high

Pass 18 Mar 2008 18,786 miles

handbrake travel high

Pass 12 Mar 2007 15,499 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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LF04 BDU is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 58,391 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 LF04 BDU, 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 22 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 LF04 BDU registered?

LF04 BDU is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 16 March 2004.

Is LF04 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF04 BDU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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