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Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a reliable? We analysed 555 real MOT tests across 152 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 555 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
89.0%
Typical Mileage
68,680mi
Annual Mileage
22,131mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a.

Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a Number Plates

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

Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

85.8%
2018

Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1

Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
10,136 mi/yr
Typical
22,131 mi/yr
Average
23,701 mi/yr
Heavy usage
35,014 mi/yr

Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2018 218 85.8% 67,211 120,746 174,733

Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a Mileage Distribution

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

Median
68,680 mi
75th Percentile
122,290 mi
95th Percentile
219,396 mi
Max Recorded
314,166 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a

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

Best year
2018

85.8% MOT pass rate from 218 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a is 2018, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 85.8% across 218 tests.

How Does the Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a THIS CAR 89.0% 555 68,680 mi — 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
Audi Tt Sport TFSI 93% 1,079 51,110 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a?

The Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.0% across 555 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 Ioniq SE HEV S-a 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 Ioniq SE HEV S-a owner drives around 22,131 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.

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 Ioniq SE HEV S-a — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a reliable?
Based on 555 MOT tests, the Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a has a 89.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a do per year?
The typical Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a does around 22,131 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a?
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 Ioniq SE HEV S-a?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Ioniq SE HEV S-a is 2018 with a 85.8% pass rate across 218 tests.