Hyosung GV250 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyosung GV250 car check
Is the Hyosung GV250 reliable? We analysed 1,758 real MOT tests across 201 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyosung GV250 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, drive chain excessively loose and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyosung GV250.
Hyosung GV250 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyosung GV250. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyosung GV250 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyosung GV250 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyosung GV250 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyosung GV250 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyosung GV250 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Hyosung GV250 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Hyosung GV250 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyosung GV250 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyosung GV250 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyosung GV250 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 80 | 82.5% | 1,908 | 3,228 | 6,578 |
| 2011 | 63 | 87.3% | 2,400 | 8,214 | 10,266 |
| 2009 | 150 | 82.7% | 5,400 | 8,072 | 14,287 |
| 2008 | 376 | 82.2% | 6,923 | 12,681 | 22,507 |
| 2007 | 492 | 80.7% | 5,508 | 10,957 | 19,291 |
| 2006 | 84 | 81.0% | 7,496 | 13,001 | 23,216 |
| 2004 | 109 | 79.8% | 6,268 | 10,265 | 19,429 |
| 2003 | 118 | 79.7% | 7,697 | 19,358 | 29,132 |
| 2002 | 81 | 80.2% | 2,491 | 5,153 | 8,785 |
| 2001 | 108 | 81.5% | 3,693 | 7,348 | 9,692 |
How Long Does a Hyosung GV250 Last?
Based on 201 Hyosung GV250 vehicles on UK roads.
Hyosung GV250 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyosung GV250 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 Hyosung GV250
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
87.3% MOT pass rate from 63 tests
79.7% MOT pass rate from 118 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyosung GV250 is 2011, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.3% across 63 tests. The 2003 model year has the lowest pass rate at 79.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyosung GV250 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyosung GV250 THIS CAR | 81.5% | 1,758 | 9,612 mi | 25 yrs |
| Hyosung Cruise II | 72.4% | 6,087 | 12,173 mi | 26 yrs |
| Hyosung GT125 | 68.7% | 3,370 | 11,161 mi | 23 yrs |
| Hyosung GV125 | 72.3% | 3,099 | 11,524 mi | 26 yrs |
| Yamaha Xj 6 S Abs Diversion | 88.2% | 1,097 | 13,216 mi | 17 yrs |
Compared to the Hyosung Cruise II (72.4% pass rate) and the Hyosung GT125 (68.7% pass rate), the Hyosung GV250 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Hyosung GV250 has an overall MOT pass rate of 81.5% across 1,758 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 Hyosung GV250 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (37 recorded failures), drive chain excessively loose (20), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (20). 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.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Hyosung GV250 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Hyosung GV250 owner drives around 611 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 Hyosung GV250 models stay on UK roads for around 25 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.