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PO51 XMT

2002 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

90,064 mi
Last recorded90,064 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Sonata62,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO51 XMT
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2018 90,064 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc both (2.5.C.1a)

Engine management light is on

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 81,792 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracked between treads but not deep enough to expose ply/cords (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front tyre void of tread on outer edge

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracked between treaeds but not deep enough to expose ply/cords (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak engine ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all rear suspension components are corroded

exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

plastic sill covers fitted

Fail 8 Apr 2017 81,792 miles

exhaust flexible joint deteriorated

plastic sill covers fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracked between treads but not deep enough to expose ply/cords (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front tyre void of tread on outer edge

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and cracked between treaeds but not deep enough to expose ply/cords (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak engine ()

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all rear suspension components are corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2016 75,582 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

sill covers fitted n/s o/s

surface corrosion rear suspension

Pass 13 Apr 2015 74,565 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 69,724 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 64,671 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 60,644 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 55,964 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 50,634 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 45,499 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 38,875 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 33,559 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 32,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Jan 2006 27,319 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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PO51 XMT is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2002 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 62,271 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 PO51 XMT, 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 24 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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PO51 XMT is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 21 January 2002.

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