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Hyosung Hyper Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyosung Hyper reliable? We analysed 406 real MOT tests across 113 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 406 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
70.2%
Typical Mileage
9,477mi
Annual Mileage
1,049mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
25yrs

The Hyosung Hyper is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake lever has inadequate reserve travel and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyosung Hyper.

Hyosung Hyper Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyosung Hyper. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyosung Hyper MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyosung Hyper to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

74.1%
2003
70%
2002
68.1%
2001

Hyosung Hyper Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Hyosung Hyper fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 27
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 21
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 19
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 14
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 11
Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside 10
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Direction indicators not working 6
Direction indicator not working 5
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 4

Hyosung Hyper Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyosung Hyper owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
408 mi/yr
Typical
1,049 mi/yr
Average
1,983 mi/yr
Heavy usage
2,718 mi/yr

Hyosung Hyper MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyosung Hyper year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2003 58 74.1% 6,361 9,268 15,869
2002 257 70.0% 6,509 9,673 16,727
2001 91 68.1% 4,800 9,406 18,392

How Long Does a Hyosung Hyper Last?

Based on 113 Hyosung Hyper vehicles on UK roads.

Average
6.6 years
Median
5.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
25 years

Hyosung Hyper Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyosung Hyper MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
9,477 mi
75th Percentile
16,695 mi
95th Percentile
37,802 mi
Max Recorded
298,223 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyosung Hyper

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2003

74.1% MOT pass rate from 58 tests

Year to avoid
2001

68.1% MOT pass rate from 91 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyosung Hyper is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.1% across 58 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 68.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Hyosung Hyper Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyosung Hyper THIS CAR 70.2% 406 9,477 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
Skoda Rapid Sport TSI 91.6% 583 56,404 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyosung Cruise II (72.4% pass rate) and the Hyosung GT125 (68.7% pass rate), the Hyosung Hyper sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyosung Hyper?

The Hyosung Hyper has an overall MOT pass rate of 70.2% across 406 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Hyosung Hyper are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (27 recorded failures), brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (21), and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (19). 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 Hyosung Hyper owner drives around 1,049 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 Hyper 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.

Hyosung Hyper — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyosung Hyper reliable?
Based on 406 MOT tests, the Hyosung Hyper has a 70.2% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Hyosung Hyper?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake lever has inadequate reserve travel, and roller brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%.. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Hyosung Hyper do per year?
The typical Hyosung Hyper does around 1,049 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyosung Hyper last?
Most Hyosung Hyper models stay on UK roads for around 25 years based on our analysis of 113 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyosung Hyper?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Hyosung Hyper?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyosung Hyper is 2003 with a 74.1% pass rate across 58 tests.