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X8 PLS

2008 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

167,698 mi
Last recorded167,698 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Sonata62,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 PLS
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 167,698 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2025 161,240 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))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 154,471 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Heavily corroded filler neck and pipes

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

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))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 154,413 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded Heavily corroded filler neck and pipes

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 147,228 miles

Offside Outer body sill badly corroded

underbody ,suspension and fuel filler pipes badly corroded

Pass 15 Jun 2022 139,665 miles

EML ON

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 131,542 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Jun 2021 131,542 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 125,673 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 15 Jun 2020 125,673 miles

Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 116,864 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 116,774 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 105,994 miles

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

n/s/rear and o/s/rear cracks inbetween tyre treads

undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Jul 2017 94,373 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% centre (1.2.1b)

engine cover and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some componants

exhaust corroded

Fail 12 Jul 2017 94,373 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% centre (1.2.1b)

engine cover and undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of some componants

exhaust corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2016 81,101 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

engine cover and undertray fitted not allowing full inspection of some componants

exhaust system rusty

Pass 3 Jul 2015 72,565 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 66,692 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 57,720 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 49,099 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 37,557 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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X8 PLS is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 X8 PLS, 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 X8 PLS registered?

X8 PLS is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 9 May 2008.

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