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LC09 FPE

2009 Hyundai Sonata

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

94,129 mi
Last recorded94,129 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Hyundai Sonata52,673 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC09 FPE
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 94,129 miles

Coil spring corroded all coils (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 83,970 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 74,805 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 27 May 2023 62,208 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 56,492 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 56,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside head light slightly insecure

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 50,228 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 45,563 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 39,238 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Fail 13 Jun 2019 39,238 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 10 May 2018 30,840 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 24,620 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 24,402 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2016 19,624 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 15,568 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 12,233 miles

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

all four tyres perished

n/s/r tyre heavely deteriorated

Pass 28 Apr 2014 12,233 miles

all four tyres perished

n/s/r tyre heavely deteriorated

Pass 14 May 2013 9,657 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 7,274 miles

reduced effort from nearside hand brake

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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LC09 FPE is a 2009 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2009 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 52,673 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 LC09 FPE, 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 17 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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LC09 FPE is a 2009 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 20 May 2009.

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