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Hyundai I800 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai I800 reliable? We analysed 97,620 real MOT tests across 9,119 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 97,620 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
73.0%
Typical Mileage
66,742mi
Annual Mileage
7,644mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
18yrs

The Hyundai I800 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai I800.

Hyundai I800 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai I800. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai I800 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyundai I800 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

74.9%
2020
77.1%
2019
75%
2018
75.7%
2017
72.3%
2016
73.3%
2015
73.6%
2014
74.7%
2013
71.4%
2012
72.1%
2011
70.8%
2010
69.7%
2009
69.4%
2008

Hyundai I800 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Hyundai I800 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 953

Hyundai I800 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai I800 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,723
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value 747

Hyundai I800 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai I800 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,728 mi/yr
Typical
7,644 mi/yr
Average
10,080 mi/yr
Heavy usage
11,793 mi/yr

Hyundai I800 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai I800 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2020 362 74.9% 24,443 36,258 51,825
2019 10,318 77.1% 28,505 42,048 58,660
2018 8,705 75.0% 43,407 57,067 75,566
2017 12,326 75.7% 46,673 62,671 84,235
2016 10,717 72.3% 44,602 61,752 84,694
2015 1,813 73.3% 40,055 63,199 93,419
2014 2,003 73.6% 46,217 71,760 103,883
2013 3,127 74.7% 44,091 70,930 102,449
2012 17,906 71.4% 53,323 80,930 113,920
2011 10,810 72.1% 50,507 76,608 106,066
2010 10,620 70.8% 52,854 80,919 110,808
2009 4,471 69.7% 54,720 84,930 114,763
2008 3,840 69.4% 55,141 86,886 116,606

How Long Does a Hyundai I800 Last?

Based on 9,119 Hyundai I800 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
9.0 years
Median
8.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
18 years

Hyundai I800 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai I800 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
66,742 mi
75th Percentile
97,535 mi
95th Percentile
159,293 mi
Max Recorded
974,495 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai I800

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

Best year
2019

77.1% MOT pass rate from 10,318 tests

Year to avoid
2008

69.4% MOT pass rate from 3,840 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai I800 is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 77.1% across 10,318 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 69.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Hyundai I800 Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai I800 THIS CAR 73.0% 97,620 66,742 mi 18 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
BMW R80 87.6% 35,460 39,910 mi 48 yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai I800 trails behind on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai I800?

The Hyundai I800 has an overall MOT pass rate of 73.0% across 97,620 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.

The most common failure point is parking brake: efficiency below requirements with 953 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Hyundai I800 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Hyundai I800 owner drives around 7,644 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 I800 models stay on UK roads for around 18 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 I800 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai I800 reliable?
Based on 97,620 MOT tests, the Hyundai I800 has a 73.0% pass rate — about average for UK cars.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai I800?
The most common failure point is parking brake: efficiency below requirements.
How many miles does a Hyundai I800 do per year?
The typical Hyundai I800 does around 7,644 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai I800 last?
Most Hyundai I800 models stay on UK roads for around 18 years based on our analysis of 9,119 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai I800?
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 I800?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai I800 is 2019 with a 77.1% pass rate across 10,318 tests.