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DN03 LCE

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2016
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

102,847 mi
Last recorded102,847 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2015
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 LCE
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2015 102,847 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 94,101 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 86,930 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 80,579 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2011 73,465 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2010 66,063 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 59,311 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 57,427 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 51,539 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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DN03 LCE is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DN03 LCE, 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 DN03 LCE registered?

DN03 LCE is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 6 June 2003.

Is DN03 LCE safe to buy?

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