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P265 DDP

1997 Hyundai Lantra

Blue Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,098 mi
Last recorded52,098 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Lantra83,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP265 DDP
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 52,098 miles

Exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Power steering repaired, but not inappropriately (2.3.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 49,047 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 45,586 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 42,675 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2013 39,312 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 35,324 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 32,542 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Aug 2010 29,496 miles

Battery insecure

Engine rough running

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 5 Aug 2010 29,496 miles

Battery insecure

Engine rough running

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Aug 2009 26,472 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 22,927 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2007 17,118 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 12,266 miles

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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P265 DDP is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra in Blue with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P265 DDP, 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 P265 DDP registered?

P265 DDP is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P265 DDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P265 DDP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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