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R796 TRX

1998 Hyundai Sonata

Green Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

140,123 mi
Last recorded140,123 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2007
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Sonata75,259 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR796 TRX
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2007 140,123 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 140,123 miles

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

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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R796 TRX is a 1998 Hyundai Sonata in Green with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1998 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 75,259 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R796 TRX, 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 28 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R796 TRX registered?

R796 TRX is a 1998 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 24 February 1998.

Is R796 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R796 TRX shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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