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PO53 HZG

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

75,587 mi
Last recorded75,587 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 HZG
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2016 75,587 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2016 75,587 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2015 71,114 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2015 71,114 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 65,691 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Sep 2014 65,691 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 60,117 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Sep 2013 60,117 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 54,385 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 49,271 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 43,814 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 43,814 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 38,034 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 32,264 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 26,411 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 20,072 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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PO53 HZG is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 57,299 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 Sonata fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO53 HZG, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PO53 HZG registered?

PO53 HZG is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 17 September 2003.

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