Hyundai IX35 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai IX35 car check
Is the Hyundai IX35 reliable? We analysed 720,823 real MOT tests across 60,876 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai IX35 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai IX35.
Hyundai IX35 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai IX35. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai IX35 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai IX35 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai IX35 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai IX35 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai IX35 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai IX35 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Hyundai IX35 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai IX35 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai IX35 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai IX35 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 2,900 | 83.9% | 29,156 | 44,480 | 62,692 |
| 2015 | 123,875 | 81.7% | 36,393 | 53,583 | 74,340 |
| 2014 | 161,507 | 80.5% | 39,614 | 58,660 | 80,926 |
| 2013 | 149,799 | 76.5% | 41,936 | 62,600 | 86,250 |
| 2012 | 132,149 | 76.7% | 43,604 | 65,953 | 90,802 |
| 2011 | 91,445 | 76.3% | 47,841 | 72,306 | 98,711 |
| 2010 | 56,209 | 76.7% | 47,998 | 74,260 | 101,610 |
How Long Does a Hyundai IX35 Last?
Based on 60,876 Hyundai IX35 vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai IX35 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai IX35 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 IX35
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
83.9% MOT pass rate from 2,900 tests
76.3% MOT pass rate from 91,445 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai IX35 is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 83.9% across 2,900 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 76.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyundai IX35 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai IX35 THIS CAR | 78.3% | 720,823 | 62,397 mi | 16 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 |
| Mini One | 83.8% | 528,090 | 42,930 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai IX35 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai IX35 has an overall MOT pass rate of 78.3% across 720,823 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick with 6,369 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 IX35 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 IX35 owner drives around 7,051 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 IX35 models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.