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R137 PWL

1997 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Petrol 2972cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

84,540 mi
Last recorded84,540 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Sonata80,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR137 PWL
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,972cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2014 84,540 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 8 Jan 2014 84,519 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jan 2013 83,238 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 81,982 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 80,493 miles

Both rear tyres cracking

O/S/F ABS ring snapped

Pass 19 Jan 2010 78,282 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 76,756 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 75,689 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2008 75,673 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all other pipes require cleaning

Pass 16 Jan 2007 74,153 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2007 74,153 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 73,831 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 73,831 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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R137 PWL is a 1997 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 2,972cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 80,820 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 R137 PWL, 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 29 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R137 PWL registered?

R137 PWL is a 1997 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 27 August 1997.

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