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P126 CVE

1997 Hyundai Lantra

Red Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

143,913 mi
Last recorded143,913 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2006
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Lantra83,551 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 CVE
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2006 143,913 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2005 124,297 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2005 123,710 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

slight staining fuel filler hose

How Reliable is the Hyundai Lantra?

Based on 134,580 MOT tests across 20,035 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,190
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
20,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,241
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,809
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,268
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,107
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P126 CVE is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra in Red with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1997 Hyundai Lantra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 83,551 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 Lantra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,241 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P126 CVE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Lantra typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Hyundai Lantra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P126 CVE registered?

P126 CVE is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 14 January 1997.

Is P126 CVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P126 CVE shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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