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NM08 GMU

2008 Hyundai Sonata

Black Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,968 mi
Last recorded112,968 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Hyundai Sonata62,994 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM08 GMU
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2017 112,968 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear parking brake efficiency low

exhaust backbox deteriorated

rear suspension components corrosion

Pass 22 Jul 2016 106,509 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2016 106,509 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 105,528 miles

Nearside Rear 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 7 Oct 2014 86,063 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 62,722 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 56,319 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 16 Jul 2013 56,319 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 7 Jun 2012 35,086 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

clutch fault

n/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r tyre tread cracking

poss dpf system fault

Pass 7 Jun 2012 35,086 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

clutch fault

n/s/r brake binding slightly

o/s/r tyre tread cracking

poss dpf system fault

Pass 24 Jun 2011 24,041 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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NM08 GMU is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata in Black with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NM08 GMU, 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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NM08 GMU is a 2008 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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