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R952 SPX

1997 Hyundai Lantra

White Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

73,977 mi
Last recorded73,977 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1997 Hyundai Lantra83,551 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR952 SPX
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 73,977 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 71,864 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 68,423 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 68,259 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 67,079 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 67,079 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 65,414 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 64,278 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 62,507 miles

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

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 22 Jul 2009 62,507 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 29 Jul 2008 60,429 miles

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 58,161 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 55,219 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

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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R952 SPX is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra in White with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R952 SPX, 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 R952 SPX registered?

R952 SPX is a 1997 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R952 SPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R952 SPX shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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