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Hyundai Amica Si Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Amica Si reliable? We analysed 586 real MOT tests across 221 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 586 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
68.4%
Typical Mileage
58,123mi
Annual Mileage
4,959mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
26yrs

The Hyundai Amica Si is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and stop lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Amica Si.

Hyundai Amica Si Number Plates

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

Hyundai Amica Si MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

77.4%
2002
66.7%
2001
62.5%
2000

Hyundai Amica Si Problems — What Goes Wrong?

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

Brake pipe excessively corroded 51
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 29
Stop lamp not working 22
brake disc excessively pitted 19
Registration plate lamp not working 14
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
Direction indicator incorrect colour 9
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 9
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 8
constant velocity joint gaiter split 8

Hyundai Amica Si Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
2,326 mi/yr
Typical
4,959 mi/yr
Average
6,472 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,424 mi/yr

Hyundai Amica Si MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2002 53 77.4% 19,983 28,722 39,923
2001 84 66.7% 41,054 51,179 61,586
2000 184 62.5% 40,890 58,321 76,368

Hyundai Amica Si Mileage Distribution

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

Median
58,123 mi
75th Percentile
77,994 mi
95th Percentile
116,119 mi
Max Recorded
209,470 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Amica Si

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

Best year
2002

77.4% MOT pass rate from 53 tests

Year to avoid
2000

62.5% MOT pass rate from 184 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Amica Si is 2002, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.4% across 53 tests. The 2000 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.5% — 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 Si Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai Amica Si THIS CAR 68.4% 586 58,123 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
Citroen Relay 35 L2H2 Driver Bhdi S/s 80.1% 413 42,641 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Amica Si trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Amica Si?

The Hyundai Amica Si has an overall MOT pass rate of 68.4% across 586 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common problems on the Hyundai Amica Si are brake pipe excessively corroded (51 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (29), and stop lamp not working (22). 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 Si owner drives around 4,959 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 Si 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.

Hyundai Amica Si — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Amica Si reliable?
Based on 586 MOT tests, the Hyundai Amica Si has a 68.4% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Amica Si?
The most common MOT failures are brake pipe excessively corroded, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and stop lamp not working. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Hyundai Amica Si do per year?
The typical Hyundai Amica Si does around 4,959 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Amica Si last?
Most Hyundai Amica Si models stay on UK roads for around 26 years based on our analysis of 221 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Amica Si?
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 Hyundai Amica Si?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Amica Si is 2002 with a 77.4% pass rate across 53 tests.