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M38 YAV

1994 Hyundai Sonata

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

75,998 mi
Last recorded75,998 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2011
Typical for 1994 Hyundai Sonata87,807 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM38 YAV
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2011 75,998 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 75,997 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 72,602 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2010 72,600 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 71,305 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jun 2009 71,303 miles

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 69,704 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2008 69,703 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2007 67,495 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 64,883 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

n/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 10 Jun 2005 61,752 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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M38 YAV is a 1994 Hyundai Sonata in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1994 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 87,807 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 M38 YAV, 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 32 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M38 YAV registered?

M38 YAV is a 1994 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 9 August 1994.

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