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AY03 FXE

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Black Petrol 2656cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,251 mi
Last recorded87,251 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 FXE
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,656cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2014 87,251 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 3 Feb 2014 87,251 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 74,199 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nearside headlamp emits a poor patten

sill covers fitted

slight oil leak

Pass 9 Feb 2012 63,679 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 9 Feb 2012 63,679 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 53,194 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2010 40,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 11 Jan 2010 40,783 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 33,690 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 24,043 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 21,706 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 17,316 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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AY03 FXE is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 2,656cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 57,299 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 AY03 FXE, 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 23 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY03 FXE registered?

AY03 FXE is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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