2007 Hyundai Sonata 2.0L Diesel · LR07 NPX

The 2026-06-18 date confirms that the most recent MOT entry, dated 2022-08-10, was taken approximately 4 years ago, placing the vehicle in the "recent" category. This recent test on 154,534 miles shows the engine and chassis passed without defects, indicating that the vehicle has maintained structural integrity for four years. However, the history reveals a critical gap in maintenance: the vehicle failed on 2021-08-02 and 2021-07-30, both occurring just one month apart. This rapid sequence of failed tests suggests a lack of regular servicing, as the engine and chassis components likely accumulated wear or defects without proper inspection between these two dates. The mileage pattern indicates a rapid accumulation of consumption and wear. The vehicle has approximately 8,133 miles per year, which is typical for an 19-year-old car, but the data points to a significant gap in upkeep. The most recent test was taken on 154,534 miles in August 2022, while the two most recent failed tests occurred in August 2021. This rapid gap between the 2021-08-02 and 2021-07-30 failures, occurring just one month apart, strongly implies that the vehicle was driven for only a few weeks before the first failure. The lack of documented maintenance between these two dates suggests that the engine and chassis were not regularly serviced, leading to the accumulation of wear that caused the two consecutive failures. Given the pattern of two consecutive failures within a month, the buyer must inspect the vehicle for binding brakes, worn suspension bushings, or structural rust. The most recent MOT on 2022-08-10 passed without defects, yet the history shows a clear trend of mechanical failure. The vehicle should be examined for binding rear brakes, worn suspension bushings, or structural rust, as these components are prone to failure under the high mileage and lack of maintenance. If the brakes show any signs of binding or if the suspension exhibits binding conditions, the vehicle is not roadworthy and requires urgent repair before the 2026-06-18 date.