Hyundai Lantra Si Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai Lantra Si car check
Is the Hyundai Lantra Si reliable? We analysed 942 real MOT tests across 202 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Lantra Si 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 registration plate lamp not working. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Lantra Si.
Hyundai Lantra Si Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Lantra Si. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Lantra Si MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Lantra Si to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Lantra Si Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Lantra Si fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Lantra Si Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Lantra Si owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Lantra Si MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Lantra Si year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 175 | 66.3% | 60,476 | 76,975 | 97,713 |
| 1999 | 418 | 65.3% | 60,828 | 77,309 | 96,508 |
| 1998 | 339 | 62.2% | 70,574 | 87,734 | 101,232 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Lantra Si Last?
Based on 202 Hyundai Lantra Si vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Lantra Si Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Lantra Si 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 Si
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
66.3% MOT pass rate from 175 tests
62.2% MOT pass rate from 339 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Lantra Si is 2000, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 66.3% across 175 tests. The 1998 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.2% — 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 Si Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Lantra Si THIS CAR | 64.3% | 942 | 81,254 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 |
| Ldv Maxus 15S 95 Minibus | 70.3% | 1,582 | 66,393 mi | 19 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Lantra Si trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Lantra Si has an overall MOT pass rate of 64.3% across 942 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Lantra Si are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (119 recorded failures), brake pipe excessively corroded (78), and registration plate lamp not working (59). 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 Si owner drives around 8,523 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 Si 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.