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G489 HLS

1989 Hyundai Sonata

Beige Petrol 1795cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2007
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

57,998 mi
Last recorded57,998 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2006
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG489 HLS
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1989
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,795cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2006 57,998 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 57,931 miles

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 16 Aug 2005 55,219 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 16 Aug 2005 55,219 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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G489 HLS is a 1989 Hyundai Sonata in Beige with a 1,795cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 G489 HLS, 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 37 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G489 HLS registered?

G489 HLS is a 1989 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 22 September 1989.

Is G489 HLS safe to buy?

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