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P229 TRN

1996 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,519 mi
Last recorded95,519 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2006
Typical for 1996 Hyundai Sonata81,999 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 TRN
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2006 95,519 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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P229 TRN is a 1996 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 81,999 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 P229 TRN, 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 30 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P229 TRN registered?

P229 TRN is a 1996 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is P229 TRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P229 TRN shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P229 TRN have outstanding finance?

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