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EN57 XVS

2008 Hyundai Sonata

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

60,694 mi
Last recorded60,694 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Sonata62,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 XVS
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 60,694 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

underbody has slight corrosion

Pass 28 May 2024 59,450 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 58,140 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 56,572 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 54,517 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 52,785 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 50,512 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 47,658 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 44,290 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2016 39,411 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Fail 26 Feb 2016 39,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 24 Feb 2015 34,685 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 30,289 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on edges

Pass 21 Feb 2013 26,021 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2012 22,572 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 19,702 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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EN57 XVS is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 62,994 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 EN57 XVS, 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 18 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 EN57 XVS registered?

EN57 XVS is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is EN57 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 XVS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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