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R196 LFL

1998 Hyundai Lantra

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,645 mi
Last recorded136,645 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Lantra80,066 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR196 LFL
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2016 136,645 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2016 136,645 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 127,941 miles

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 25 Nov 2015 127,941 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Nov 2014 119,084 miles

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

Fail 25 Nov 2014 119,084 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 109,014 miles

Both sills have corrosion

Rear exhaust rusty, Off side front tyre worn on inner and outer edges,

Fail 12 Dec 2013 109,014 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust rusty, Off side front tyre worn on inner and outer edges,

Fail 11 Dec 2013 109,003 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

o/s/f tyre bald on inner edge

rear exhaust bracket corroded

Pass 17 Dec 2012 99,727 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 99,727 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2011 91,081 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 85,572 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 81,128 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 75,061 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 68,883 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 62,158 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 57,188 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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R196 LFL is a 1998 Hyundai Lantra in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R196 LFL, 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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R196 LFL is a 1998 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 12 March 1998.

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