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S226 SLD

1998 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,205 mi
Last recorded51,205 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2008
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Sonata75,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS226 SLD
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2008 51,205 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 47,196 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 43,980 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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S226 SLD is a 1998 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 75,259 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 S226 SLD, 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 28 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S226 SLD registered?

S226 SLD is a 1998 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is S226 SLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for S226 SLD shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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