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WM57 BWD

2008 Hyundai Sonata

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,183 mi
Last recorded54,183 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Sonata62,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM57 BWD
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 54,183 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 49,361 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2016 49,361 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 41,854 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 41,853 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2015 38,407 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

hi level stop lamp not working if connected

Pass 26 Jan 2015 38,407 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

hi level stop lamp not working if connected

Pass 15 Jan 2014 32,577 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Slight corrosion on rear brake disc's

Pass 14 Jan 2013 26,663 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 21,090 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 16,043 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2011 16,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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WM57 BWD is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WM57 BWD, 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 WM57 BWD registered?

WM57 BWD is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is WM57 BWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM57 BWD shows 12 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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