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RX03 DXD

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

107,109 mi
Last recorded107,109 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX03 DXD
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Jan 2019 107,109 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Engine bay covers fitted obscuring some components

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 106,288 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 105,743 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 23 Jan 2017 105,743 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 21 Dec 2015 104,215 miles

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

Fail 21 Dec 2015

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 101,937 miles

advise front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 15 Oct 2013 98,353 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 94,141 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 94,141 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 88,382 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 82,195 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2009 77,226 miles

Near side Front Trye has Screw in middle of Tread

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 77,226 miles

Near side Front Trye has Screw in middle of Tread

Pass 11 Jul 2008 71,119 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 64,388 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 53,775 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)

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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RX03 DXD is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 57,299 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 RX03 DXD, 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 23 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 RX03 DXD registered?

RX03 DXD is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is RX03 DXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX03 DXD shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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