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R8 AKE

2006 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

55,997 mi
Last recorded55,997 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Sonata62,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 AKE
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 55,997 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 55,997 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 27 Jan 2025 53,460 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2025 53,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 50,425 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 50,425 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn [ both side ] (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn [ both side ] (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator [ both side ] (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 47,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 44,164 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 42,783 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 40,901 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 39,095 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 34,220 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 33,728 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 32,212 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 29,347 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 27,244 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 25,461 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 22,903 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 21,715 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 19,705 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2009 19,705 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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R8 AKE is a 2006 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 62,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R8 AKE, 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 20 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R8 AKE registered?

R8 AKE is a 2006 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 25 July 2006.

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