Hyundai S Coupe Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai S Coupe car check
Is the Hyundai S Coupe reliable? We analysed 8,219 real MOT tests across 1,787 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai S Coupe 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 suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai S Coupe.
Hyundai S Coupe Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai S Coupe. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai S Coupe MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai S Coupe to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai S Coupe Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai S Coupe fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai S Coupe Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai S Coupe owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai S Coupe MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai S Coupe year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 259 | 74.9% | 39,272 | 61,732 | 84,526 |
| 1999 | 71 | 63.4% | 60,722 | 84,272 | 102,234 |
| 1998 | 56 | 60.7% | 76,266 | 90,940 | 108,269 |
| 1997 | 66 | 59.1% | 76,504 | 88,544 | 103,076 |
| 1996 | 1,158 | 63.6% | 55,750 | 72,013 | 92,782 |
| 1995 | 2,596 | 61.6% | 61,400 | 77,186 | 95,249 |
| 1994 | 1,768 | 62.2% | 64,984 | 79,769 | 95,291 |
| 1993 | 1,316 | 62.5% | 63,804 | 80,238 | 97,771 |
| 1992 | 446 | 61.0% | 57,113 | 73,371 | 93,648 |
| 1991 | 172 | 64.5% | 54,682 | 73,987 | 97,999 |
| 1990 | 168 | 60.7% | 39,202 | 65,072 | 86,335 |
How Long Does a Hyundai S Coupe Last?
Based on 1,787 Hyundai S Coupe vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai S Coupe Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai S Coupe 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 S Coupe
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.9% MOT pass rate from 259 tests
59.1% MOT pass rate from 66 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai S Coupe is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.9% across 259 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 59.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyundai S Coupe Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai S Coupe THIS CAR | 62.7% | 8,219 | 77,047 mi | 36 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 |
| Volkswagen Tiguan R-line Tech TDI 4MOTION | 90.2% | 2,913 | 36,816 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai S Coupe trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Hyundai S CoupeShould you buy a used Hyundai S Coupe?
The Hyundai S Coupe has an overall MOT pass rate of 62.7% across 8,219 real MOT tests — below the UK average, so reliability should be a key concern.
The most common problems on the Hyundai S Coupe are brake pipe excessively corroded (895 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (584), and suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (529). 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 S Coupe owner drives around 3,650 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 S Coupe models stay on UK roads for around 36 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.