Hyundai Common MOT Problems (2026)
Every Hyundai model ranked by MOT fail rate, with the most common issues identified for each. Based on 1,548,181 real MOT tests.
Average Hyundai MOT pass rate: 83%
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83%
Avg pass rate
17%
Avg fail rate
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Models tested
Hyundai Models with the Most MOT Problems
Highest average fail rates across all tested years
| # | Model | Fail Rate | Common Issues | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyundai Atoz + | 40% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 2 | Hyundai Elantra | 39% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 3 | Hyundai Accent | 32% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration | |
| 4 | Hyundai Trajet | 32% | Suspension wear, Brake disc corrosion, Structural corrosion | |
| 5 | Hyundai Coupe | 31% | Suspension wear, Structural corrosion, Exhaust deterioration |
Most Reliable Hyundai Models
Lowest average fail rates; the Hyundai models least likely to have MOT problems
| # | Model | Pass Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hyundai Ioniq Se Hev S-a | 100% | |
| 2 | Hyundai Ioniq Premium Hev S-a | 100% | |
| 3 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Project 45 Ev 4x4 | 99% | |
| 4 | Hyundai Santa Fe Premium Phev Auto | 100% | |
| 5 | Hyundai Ioniq 5 Premium Ev | 97% |
All Hyundai Models by Fail Rate
Every Hyundai model and year combination, sorted by fail rate (highest first)
| Model | Year | Pass Rate | Fail Rate | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elantra | 2002 | 47% | 49% | |
| Atoz + | 2000 | 57% | 41% | |
| Atoz + | 1999 | 59% | 39% | |
| Santa Fe | 2001 | 61% | 38% | |
| Elantra | 2005 | 63% | 38% | |
| Trajet | 2003 | 63% | 37% | |
| Coupe | 2003 | 63% | 36% | |
| Matrix | 2002 | 64% | 36% | |
| Elantra | 2001 | 63% | 36% | |
| Accent | 2004 | 65% | 35% | |
| Getz | 2002 | 64% | 35% | |
| Accent | 1997 | 65% | 35% | |
| Accent | 1999 | 66% | 34% | |
| Accent | 1996 | 66% | 34% | |
| Elantra | 2004 | 66% | 34% | |
| Matrix | 2007 | 66% | 33% | |
| Coupe | 2004 | 65% | 33% | |
| Accent | 2001 | 64% | 33% | |
| Trajet | 2005 | 66% | 33% | |
| Getz | 2004 | 67% | 32% | |
| Tucson | 2006 | 67% | 32% | |
| Coupe | 2008 | 67% | 32% | |
| Matrix | 2005 | 65% | 32% | |
| Amica | 2002 | 68% | 32% | |
| Accent | 2005 | 67% | 32% | |
| Tucson | 2004 | 67% | 32% | |
| Matrix | 2003 | 67% | 32% | |
| Coupe | 2002 | 67% | 32% | |
| Accent | 2000 | 65% | 32% | |
| Accent | 1998 | 67% | 32% | |
| Lantra | 1999 | 63% | 32% | |
| Getz | 2005 | 68% | 31% | |
| Coupe | 2007 | 68% | 31% | |
| Getz | 2003 | 68% | 31% | |
| Tucson | 2005 | 67% | 31% | |
| Santa Fe | 2005 | 69% | 31% | |
| Matrix | 2006 | 69% | 31% | |
| Coupe | 2005 | 69% | 31% | |
| Matrix | 2008 | 68% | 31% | |
| Amica | 2000 | 68% | 31% | |
| Accent | 2006 | 69% | 31% | |
| I800 | 2008 | 67% | 31% | |
| Accent | 2003 | 69% | 31% | |
| Sonata | 2005 | 69% | 31% | |
| Sonata | 2008 | 67% | 31% | |
| I30 | 2008 | 69% | 30% | |
| Santa Fe | 2006 | 69% | 30% | |
| Coupe | 2006 | 69% | 30% | |
| Santa Fe | 2003 | 68% | 30% | |
| Coupe | 2001 | 68% | 30% |
Showing top 50 of 381 model/year combinations. View all Hyundai models
Hyundai MOT FAQ
What are the most common MOT problems on Hyundai cars?
The most common MOT problems on Hyundai cars vary by model and age, but typically include lighting defects, suspension wear, brake component deterioration, and tyre condition issues. Older Hyundai diesels are more prone to exhaust and emissions failures. The Atoz + has the highest average fail rate at 40%.
Which Hyundai model is the most reliable?
The most reliable Hyundai model in our data is the Ioniq Se Hev S-a with an average MOT pass rate of 100%. View all Hyundai models for full reliability data.
What is the average MOT pass rate for Hyundai?
The average MOT pass rate for Hyundai is 83%, based on 1,548,181 MOT tests across 117 models. This means about 17% of Hyundai cars fail their MOT on the first attempt.
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