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OE03 FOD

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Red Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

112,596 mi
Last recorded112,596 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 FOD
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2014 112,596 miles

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

tyres worn

Pass 1 Jun 2013 100,876 miles

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

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

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Jun 2012 86,829 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 72,649 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 56,642 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 May 2009 49,335 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 May 2008 40,888 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2007 33,465 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 25,482 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 25,482 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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OE03 FOD is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Red with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 OE03 FOD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OE03 FOD registered?

OE03 FOD is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 2 June 2003.

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