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S440 MGC

1998 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 2493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,783 mi
Last recorded87,783 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2009
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Sonata75,259 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS440 MGC
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 24 Nov 2009 87,783 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 78,729 miles

Nearside rear tyer wearing on outer edge

Offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 13 Nov 2007 68,750 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 58,264 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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S440 MGC is a 1998 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 2,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 S440 MGC, 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 S440 MGC registered?

S440 MGC is a 1998 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 14 December 1998.

Is S440 MGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S440 MGC shows 4 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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