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WV06 XSM

2006 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Petrol 2359cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

49,149 mi
Last recorded49,149 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Hyundai Sonata62,586 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV06 XSM
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 49,149 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear lower arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2024 46,167 miles

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion to components

Fail 10 Sep 2024 46,167 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded away (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Nearside Rear sill corroded

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general corrosion to components

Pass 26 Sep 2023 43,399 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 42,409 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 40,557 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 40,419 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2020 39,998 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 37,139 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 33,972 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 31,144 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 28,455 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 25,184 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 22,105 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 19,661 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 17,715 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 17,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 15,793 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 12,025 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 10,306 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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WV06 XSM is a 2006 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 2,359cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 62,586 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 WV06 XSM, 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 20 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WV06 XSM registered?

WV06 XSM is a 2006 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 21 March 2006.

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