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SL08 GZH

2008 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

49,912 mi
Last recorded49,912 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Sonata62,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 GZH
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 49,912 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 42,724 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 40,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 39,294 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 39,274 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Aug 2017 37,420 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both slightly corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Aug 2016 35,059 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 35,059 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 32,665 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 30,411 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 28,038 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 28,038 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 26,112 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2013 26,112 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2012 20,075 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2011 12,734 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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SL08 GZH is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 62,994 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 SL08 GZH, 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 18 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL08 GZH registered?

SL08 GZH is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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