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VX04 GZU

2004 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

80,736 mi
Last recorded80,736 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2013
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Sonata58,391 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX04 GZU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2013 80,736 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

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

Pass 10 Aug 2012 72,301 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

damage to nearside of windscreen (not in swept area)

some wear in rear brake pads

Fail 6 Aug 2012 72,235 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front tyres worn smooth on edges of tread

damage to nearside of windscreen (not in swept area)

nearside rear tyre worn to legal limit of 1.6 tread depth

some wear in rear brake pads

Pass 10 Aug 2011 64,778 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre worn smooth on inner edge of tread

screen damaged (out of swept area)

tyres showing signs of wear

Pass 22 Jul 2010 57,395 miles

brake pads approx 75% worn

Pass 20 Aug 2009 48,820 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 38,186 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2007 28,077 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2007 28,077 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front fog/spot lamp damaged

wiper blades split at ends

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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VX04 GZU is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 58,391 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 VX04 GZU, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VX04 GZU registered?

VX04 GZU is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 9 July 2004.

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