Hummer H3 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hummer H3 car check
Is the Hummer H3 reliable? We analysed 2,905 real MOT tests across 322 vehicles to find out.
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The Hummer H3 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include fog lamp not working, position lamp(s) not working and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hummer H3.
Hummer H3 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hummer H3. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hummer H3 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hummer H3 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hummer H3 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hummer H3 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hummer H3 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hummer H3 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hummer H3 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hummer H3 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 68 | 77.9% | 29,058 | 41,045 | 50,956 |
| 2009 | 276 | 79.7% | 44,941 | 61,492 | 91,322 |
| 2008 | 672 | 78.0% | 46,371 | 71,355 | 112,420 |
| 2007 | 774 | 74.9% | 45,456 | 77,796 | 115,312 |
| 2006 | 742 | 78.4% | 34,574 | 62,837 | 112,601 |
| 2005 | 343 | 75.8% | 49,324 | 80,682 | 114,858 |
How Long Does a Hummer H3 Last?
Based on 322 Hummer H3 vehicles on UK roads.
Hummer H3 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hummer H3 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Hummer H3
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.7% MOT pass rate from 276 tests
74.9% MOT pass rate from 774 tests
The best year to buy a used Hummer H3 is 2009, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.7% across 276 tests. The 2007 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hummer H3 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hummer H3 THIS CAR | 77.3% | 2,905 | 69,530 mi | 21 yrs |
| Hummer H2 | 83.1% | 5,367 | 50,246 mi | 24 yrs |
| Ducati M1200 S | 90.6% | 1,594 | 6,050 mi | — yrs |
| Volvo XC60 Momentum Pro B4 AWD Auto | 90.8% | 1,181 | 38,575 mi | — yrs |
| Suzuki Dl 650 AL3 | 91.7% | 1,575 | 16,686 mi | 13 yrs |
Compared to the Hummer H2 (83.1% pass rate) and the Ducati M1200 S (90.6% pass rate), the Hummer H3 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Hummer H3Should you buy a used Hummer H3?
The Hummer H3 has an overall MOT pass rate of 77.3% across 2,905 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Hummer H3 are fog lamp not working (62 recorded failures), position lamp(s) not working (53), and stop lamp not working (36). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Hummer H3 owner drives around 4,268 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Hummer H3 models stay on UK roads for around 21 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.