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EY08 TXK

2008 Hyundai Sonata

Black Petrol 3342cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,607 mi
Last recorded33,607 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Sonata62,994 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 TXK
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,342cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2023 33,607 miles

Car under sealed

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2022 27,837 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2021 27,279 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 27,279 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 26,184 miles

front pads worn low discs lipped

Pass 22 Feb 2019 24,667 miles

Front disc pads are getting low

Pass 26 Feb 2018 22,319 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 22,319 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 19,908 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 18,055 miles

All tyres starting to crack in tread

Pass 3 Mar 2015 16,447 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 14,276 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 12,503 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 10,264 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 7,323 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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EY08 TXK is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 3,342cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EY08 TXK, 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.

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What year was EY08 TXK registered?

EY08 TXK is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is EY08 TXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 TXK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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