What year Hyundai Sonata Glsi is most reliable?

Based on MOT first-test pass rates, the 1989 Hyundai Sonata Glsi has the highest pass rate at 58.3%, out of 419 vehicles tested.

What are the most common Hyundai Sonata Glsi MOT failures?

The most common Hyundai Sonata Glsi MOT failures vary by year. Check the individual year pages for detailed defect breakdowns — links in the table above.

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Hyundai Sonata Glsi — Reliability by Year

1,078 vehicles · MOT data 1989–1992 · first-test pass rates

This page shows MOT first-test pass rates for each year the Hyundai Sonata Glsi was manufactured — click any year to explore that cohort in detail. Trying to decide which year to buy? See the full buying guide →

Year	Pass rate	Avg mileage	Vehicles
1992	—	—	212
1991	—	—	227
1990	—	—	220
1989	58.3%	102,065 mi	419

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