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R881 YWC

1997 Hyundai Lantra

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

101,098 mi
Last recorded101,098 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Lantra83,551 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR881 YWC
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 101,098 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 101,051 miles

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 99,220 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2013 95,014 miles

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2013 95,014 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 89,634 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 81,606 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 81,606 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 77,316 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 70,796 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 62,015 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Near side rear tyre tread getting low.

Pass 19 Mar 2007 49,499 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 41,480 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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R881 YWC 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 76.9%.

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 R881 YWC, 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 R881 YWC registered?

R881 YWC is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R881 YWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R881 YWC shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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