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R128 PWO

1998 Hyundai Lantra

Green Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2014
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

152,438 mi
Last recorded152,438 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Lantra80,066 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 PWO
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 152,438 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front outer cv boots showing signs of deterioration/ageing

Fail 8 May 2013 152,438 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

front outer cv boots showing signs of deterioration/ageing

rear brake balance out slightly

Pass 4 May 2012 147,867 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 147,867 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 May 2011 142,978 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2011 142,927 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 136,464 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 136,464 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 14 Apr 2009 131,689 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 131,689 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 2 May 2008 124,160 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 30 Apr 2008 124,152 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 8 May 2007 117,898 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 117,898 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 May 2006 112,023 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 112,017 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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R128 PWO is a 1998 Hyundai Lantra in Green with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Hyundai Lantra models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 80,066 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 Lantra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,241 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R128 PWO, 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 28 years old, this Hyundai Lantra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R128 PWO is a 1998 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 21 May 1998.

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