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R353 TRX

1998 Hyundai Sonata

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2010
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

63,020 mi
Last recorded63,020 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2009
Typical for 1998 Hyundai Sonata75,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR353 TRX
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2009 63,020 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 60,079 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 57,108 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2007 57,108 miles

Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 53,704 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 50,278 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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R353 TRX is a 1998 Hyundai Sonata in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 75,259 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 R353 TRX, 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 28 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R353 TRX registered?

R353 TRX is a 1998 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R353 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R353 TRX shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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