Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi reliable? We analysed 1,140 real MOT tests across 251 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi is below 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 position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi.
Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 182 | 61.5% | 72,564 | 89,668 | 104,761 |
| 1997 | 628 | 61.3% | 76,460 | 93,608 | 110,697 |
| 1996 | 322 | 61.5% | 81,078 | 95,760 | 113,247 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi Last?
Based on 251 Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi 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 Lantra 1.6 Lsi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
61.5% MOT pass rate from 322 tests
61.3% MOT pass rate from 628 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi is 1996, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 61.5% across 322 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 61.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi THIS CAR | 61.4% | 1,140 | 92,973 mi | 30 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 320D Sport Auto | 86.3% | 893 | 88,152 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi has an overall MOT pass rate of 61.4% across 1,140 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Lantra 1.6 Lsi are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (124 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (87), and position lamp(s) not working (80). 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 Lantra 1.6 Lsi owner drives around 7,145 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 Lantra 1.6 Lsi models stay on UK roads for around 30 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.