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R701 DDM

1997 Hyundai Lantra

White Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

7,841 mi
Last recorded7,841 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Lantra83,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR701 DDM
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2012 7,841 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 70,396 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 64,289 miles

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

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

Pass 21 May 2008 56,388 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 52,940 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2007 52,909 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

damp around steering rack head

over spray on edge of rear number plate

Pass 9 Jun 2006 47,022 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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R701 DDM is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra in White with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R701 DDM, 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 R701 DDM registered?

R701 DDM is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R701 DDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R701 DDM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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