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RK08 UUT

2008 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

66,930 mi
Last recorded66,930 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Sonata62,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 UUT
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 66,930 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery light illuminated

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 25 Jul 2019 66,930 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery light illuminated

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 10 Jul 2019 66,918 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2017 51,571 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

coil spring corroded n/s front & both rear (2.4.C.1b)

uneven tread wear on n/s rear tyre

Pass 4 May 2016 40,843 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 4 May 2016 40,843 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Apr 2015 38,105 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)

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

Pass 3 Apr 2014 32,093 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2013 24,622 miles

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Mar 2013 24,622 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Sill covers fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Mar 2012 18,900 miles

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

Fail 5 Mar 2012 18,900 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 12,174 miles

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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RK08 UUT is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 62,994 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 RK08 UUT, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RK08 UUT is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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