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DX03 FBL

2003 Hyundai Sonata

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,978 mi
Last recorded119,978 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Hyundai Sonata57,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX03 FBL
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2016 119,978 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 26 Jul 2016 119,978 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (7.1.2)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 118,204 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

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

both rear inner & outer sills slight corrosion

Pass 26 Jul 2014 115,974 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

nearside rear tyre has cracks on sidewalls

Pass 30 Jul 2013 113,631 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 110,599 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 104,582 miles

oil filler cap missing

rear discs in poor condition

slight bind on n/s rear brake

Fail 22 Jul 2011 104,580 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

oil filler cap missing

rear discs in poor condition

slight bind on n/s rear brake

Pass 20 Jul 2010 100,714 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2009 97,023 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 91,870 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 81,840 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 78,099 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 68,668 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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DX03 FBL is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DX03 FBL, 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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DX03 FBL is a 2003 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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