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UKZ 8228

2008 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2025
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,459 mi
Last recorded106,459 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Sonata62,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKZ 8228
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2024 106,459 miles

Slight corrosion on rear suspension components.

Slight corrosion to offside and nearside rear outer sills, skirting boards fitted.

Fail 24 Sep 2024 106,459 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion on rear suspension components.

Slight corrosion to offside and nearside rear outer sills, skirting boards fitted.

Pass 8 Sep 2023 94,072 miles

Brake repair covered in underseal (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Covers Fitted On Sills (Inner & Outer) & Under-sealed

Engine Covers / Under-trays Fitted

Under-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.

Vehicle is Under-sealed.

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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UKZ 8228 is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UKZ 8228, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was UKZ 8228 registered?

UKZ 8228 is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is UKZ 8228 safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKZ 8228 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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