Hyundai Amica Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai Amica car check
Is the Hyundai Amica reliable? We analysed 387,043 real MOT tests across 23,808 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Amica is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pipe excessively corroded and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Amica.
Hyundai Amica Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Amica. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Amica MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Amica to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Amica Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Amica fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Amica Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Amica owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Amica MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Amica year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 26,750 | 75.2% | 23,822 | 40,146 | 60,680 |
| 2007 | 71,488 | 75.6% | 22,260 | 37,746 | 58,000 |
| 2006 | 74,243 | 74.9% | 23,101 | 39,361 | 60,216 |
| 2003 | 2,851 | 70.9% | 27,710 | 43,617 | 63,588 |
| 2002 | 59,054 | 71.2% | 28,114 | 43,446 | 62,353 |
| 2001 | 75,294 | 69.3% | 30,675 | 45,561 | 63,430 |
| 2000 | 76,968 | 66.8% | 36,801 | 52,719 | 71,317 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Amica Last?
Based on 23,808 Hyundai Amica vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Amica Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Amica 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 Hyundai Amica
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.6% MOT pass rate from 71,488 tests
66.8% MOT pass rate from 76,968 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Amica is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.6% across 71,488 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.8% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyundai Amica Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Amica THIS CAR | 71.7% | 387,043 | 43,927 mi | 26 yrs |
| Hyundai I10 | 80.4% | 2,829,935 | 35,978 mi | 18 yrs |
| Hyundai I20 | 80.2% | 1,488,641 | 45,118 mi | 17 yrs |
| Hyundai I30 | 76.5% | 1,479,391 | 57,858 mi | 19 yrs |
| Volvo C30 | 74.7% | 505,875 | 70,385 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Amica trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Amica has an overall MOT pass rate of 71.7% across 387,043 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Amica are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (21,708 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (12,072), and stop lamp not working (10,866). 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 Hyundai Amica owner drives around 3,386 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 Hyundai Amica models stay on UK roads for around 26 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.