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EJ04 GFU

2004 Hyundai Sonata

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

123,389 mi
Last recorded123,389 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2004 Hyundai Sonata58,391 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ04 GFU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 123,389 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 108,958 miles

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And offside (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Aug 2018 108,958 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Upper front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And offside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 102,083 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Apr 2017 95,882 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 84,111 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 74,298 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 69,958 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 64,863 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 May 2012 59,353 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

off and near side front headlamps aim just within tolerance.

various power assisted steering componants show oil/fluid contamination.

Pass 7 May 2011 53,220 miles

o/s and n/s/r tyres are nearing advisory criteria

Pass 8 May 2010 47,449 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

off and near side front brake discs show wear/lipped edge.

Pass 7 May 2009 39,788 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 33,839 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 25,751 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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EJ04 GFU is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2004 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 58,391 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 EJ04 GFU, 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 22 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EJ04 GFU registered?

EJ04 GFU is a 2004 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 11 May 2004.

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