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AM51 UEW

2002 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,005 mi
Last recorded143,005 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2016
Typical for 2002 Hyundai Sonata62,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 UEW
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Jan 2016 143,005 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault TCS LIGHT (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jan 2015 129,966 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 121,021 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 121,021 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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)

Pass 12 Mar 2013 110,534 miles

Oil leak

Pass 2 Mar 2012 103,698 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 94,633 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

nsf wheel arch is damaged

Pass 12 Jan 2010 85,006 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AM51 UEW is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 62,271 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 AM51 UEW, 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 24 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM51 UEW registered?

AM51 UEW is a 2002 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is AM51 UEW safe to buy?

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