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YH05 UWT

2005 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Gas bi-fuel 2359cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

97,834 mi
Last recorded97,834 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2005 Hyundai Sonata53,685 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH05 UWT
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine2,359cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 97,834 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2021 97,834 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2020 89,414 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2020 89,414 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 77,910 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin STRONG ADVISORY (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 77,910 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin STRONG ADVISORY (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

coolant level low

Pass 23 Mar 2018 69,257 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 56,455 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 42,106 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 42,106 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 31,007 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 25,447 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 20,428 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 16,202 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 16,070 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2011 16,070 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 May 2010 15,644 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 15,644 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

high level stop light inop

Pass 23 Apr 2009 13,102 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 9,248 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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YH05 UWT is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 2,359cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2005 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 53,685 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 YH05 UWT, 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 21 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YH05 UWT is a 2005 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 20 May 2005.

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