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S698 UAK

1998 Hyundai Lantra

Silver Petrol 1975cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

45,377 mi
Last recorded45,377 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2013
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Lantra80,066 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS698 UAK
MakeHyundai
ModelLantra
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,975cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2013 45,377 miles

exhaust corroded

rear tyres sidewalls cracked

Pass 14 Dec 2012 45,067 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 44,726 miles

n/s rear tyre begining to show signs of cracking

o/s rear tyre begining to show signs of cracking

Pass 25 Jun 2010 42,795 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 42,795 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2009 39,669 miles

n/s/r tyre wearing on insde edge

Fail 9 Jul 2009 39,669 miles

Rear registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

n/s/r tyre wearing on insde edge

Pass 8 Aug 2007 38,996 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 38,324 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 38,324 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 7 Aug 2006 38,271 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2005 36,364 miles

emissions co at fast idle just within limet reading 0.29% max limet 0.30%

Fail 18 Aug 2005 36,364 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

emissions co at fast idle just within limet reading 0.29% max limet 0.30%

How Reliable is the Hyundai Lantra?

Based on 134,580 MOT tests across 20,035 vehicles.

65.9%
Pass Rate
5,190
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
20,035
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,241
Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,809
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 7,268
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,107
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S698 UAK is a 1998 Hyundai Lantra in Silver with a 1,975cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 1998 Hyundai Lantra models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 80,066 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hyundai Lantra fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 11,241 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S698 UAK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai Lantra typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 28 years old, this Hyundai Lantra is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S698 UAK registered?

S698 UAK is a 1998 Hyundai Lantra, first registered on 23 October 1998.

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