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R46 TJC

1997 Hyundai Lantra

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

56,043 mi
Last recorded56,043 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Lantra83,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR46 TJC
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 56,043 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 52,168 miles

all 4 tyres are getting worn

Pass 11 Sep 2015 49,677 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 46,650 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2013 44,524 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 43,199 miles

Battery incorrect fitment

Pass 29 Nov 2011 41,010 miles

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

Fail 29 Nov 2011 41,010 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 39,231 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 36,918 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 34,437 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 31,320 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 27,318 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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R46 TJC is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R46 TJC, 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 R46 TJC registered?

R46 TJC is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R46 TJC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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