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V970 REG

2000 Hyundai Sonata

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

87,088 mi
Last recorded87,088 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2010
Typical for 2000 Hyundai Sonata68,204 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV970 REG
MakeHyundai
ModelSonata
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2010 87,088 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Feb 2009 79,229 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 14 Jan 2009 79,189 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 69,561 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2008 69,540 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2007 57,314 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 50,610 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 50,610 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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V970 REG is a 2000 Hyundai Sonata in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2000 Hyundai Sonata models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 68,204 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 V970 REG, 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 26 years old, this Hyundai Sonata is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V970 REG registered?

V970 REG is a 2000 Hyundai Sonata, first registered on 19 January 2000.

Is V970 REG safe to buy?

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