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P159 LJB

1997 Hyundai Sonata

Green Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,243 mi
Last recorded88,243 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Sonata80,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 LJB
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Nov 2009 88,243 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 82,043 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 72,704 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 67,770 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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P159 LJB is a 1997 Hyundai Sonata in Green with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 80,820 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 P159 LJB, 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 29 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P159 LJB registered?

P159 LJB is a 1997 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 14 February 1997.

Is P159 LJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P159 LJB shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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