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DK53 HWZ

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

54,884 mi
Last recorded54,884 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK53 HWZ
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 54,884 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 50,288 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2011 50,288 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 45,239 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 39,694 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 39,692 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2008 34,161 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 28,356 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 21,431 miles

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

Fail 20 Sep 2006 21,431 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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DK53 HWZ is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 DK53 HWZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DK53 HWZ registered?

DK53 HWZ is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 18 September 2003.

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