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RV52 VUU

2002 Hyundai Sonata

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

86,874 mi
Last recorded86,874 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Sonata62,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV52 VUU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2012 86,874 miles

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

engine management lamp illuminated

Pass 8 Sep 2011 77,866 miles

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

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

engine management lamp fails to extinguish

Pass 7 Sep 2010 68,781 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Sep 2010 68,781 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 59,226 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 49,267 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2007 37,356 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 30,759 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 21,444 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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RV52 VUU is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 62,271 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 RV52 VUU, 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 24 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RV52 VUU?

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What year was RV52 VUU registered?

RV52 VUU is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is RV52 VUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV52 VUU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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