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RY03 JWG

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2014
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

110,689 mi
Last recorded110,689 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 JWG
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2013 110,689 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Fail 4 Sep 2013 110,466 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 98,822 miles

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs starting to corrode

rear brake pipes starting to corrode

rear number plate discolouring

Pass 26 Aug 2011 85,154 miles

n/s rear brake pads starting to get low

o/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Sep 2010 72,149 miles

rear brake discs starting to pit

rear number plate slightly discoloured

Pass 2 Sep 2009 61,905 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 50,151 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 39,661 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 24,922 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 24,637 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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RY03 JWG is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 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 RY03 JWG, 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.

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What year was RY03 JWG registered?

RY03 JWG is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 25 May 2003.

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