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RY52 BWL

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,211 mi
Last recorded46,211 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY52 BWL
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 12 Jan 2021 46,211 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very close 1'6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 43,987 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2019 40,674 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 38,324 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2016 32,185 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 31,812 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 31,463 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 31,175 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 30,882 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 30,625 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 30,141 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 29,432 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 28,213 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2007 25,008 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 21,179 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 BWL is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RY52 BWL, 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 RY52 BWL registered?

RY52 BWL is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 16 January 2003.

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