Hyundai Lantra Gsi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai Lantra Gsi car check
Is the Hyundai Lantra Gsi reliable? We analysed 611 real MOT tests across 122 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Lantra Gsi is below 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 position lamp(s) not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Lantra Gsi.
Hyundai Lantra Gsi Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Lantra Gsi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Lantra Gsi MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Lantra Gsi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Lantra Gsi Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Lantra Gsi fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Lantra Gsi Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Lantra Gsi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Lantra Gsi MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Lantra Gsi year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 78 | 64.1% | 61,915 | 75,270 | 84,506 |
| 1999 | 249 | 65.1% | 64,054 | 82,002 | 106,735 |
| 1998 | 263 | 62.7% | 72,317 | 89,211 | 106,761 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Lantra Gsi Last?
Based on 122 Hyundai Lantra Gsi vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Lantra Gsi Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Lantra Gsi 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 Gsi
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
65.1% MOT pass rate from 249 tests
62.7% MOT pass rate from 263 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Lantra Gsi is 1999, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 65.1% across 249 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.7% — 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 Gsi Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Lantra Gsi THIS CAR | 63.7% | 611 | 83,895 mi | 28 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 |
| Reliant Super Robin | 78.1% | 962 | 27,549 mi | 52 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Lantra Gsi trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Lantra Gsi has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.7% across 611 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Lantra Gsi are brake pipe excessively corroded (52 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (50), and position lamp(s) not working (31). 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 Gsi owner drives around 8,559 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 Gsi models stay on UK roads for around 28 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.