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R284 GGJ

1997 Hyundai Lantra

Red Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

71,666 mi
Last recorded71,666 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Lantra83,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR284 GGJ
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2013 71,666 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2012 69,825 miles

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

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

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

bodywork has dent

Pass 2 Aug 2012 69,825 miles

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

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

bodywork has dent

Pass 3 Aug 2011 69,189 miles

Airbag light on.

Engine slightly noisy.

N/S/F outer CV boot has a pinhole.

N/S/R footbrake slightly low.

Pass 31 Jul 2010 67,788 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 65,962 miles

nearside rear tyre cracking

rear brakes slightly uneven

Pass 1 Aug 2008 64,148 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 62,588 miles

Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 60,818 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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R284 GGJ is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra in Red with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Hyundai Lantra models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 83,551 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 R284 GGJ, 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 29 years old, this Hyundai Lantra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R284 GGJ registered?

R284 GGJ is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 7 August 1997.

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