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RY52 AXR

2002 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

70,270 mi
Last recorded70,270 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Sonata62,271 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY52 AXR
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2013 70,270 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 28 Oct 2013 70,270 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2012 67,615 miles

Engine management light on.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Nov 2012 67,612 miles

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine management light on.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 64,427 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

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

engine man light on

Pass 6 Nov 2010 61,394 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 58,472 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2008 54,569 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 51,567 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 4 Nov 2006 47,932 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 40,915 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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RY52 AXR is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RY52 AXR, 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

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What year was RY52 AXR registered?

RY52 AXR is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 18 November 2002.

Is RY52 AXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY52 AXR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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