Hyundai Tucson Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai Tucson car check
Is the Hyundai Tucson reliable? We analysed 1,015,319 real MOT tests across 133,490 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Tucson is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Tucson.
Hyundai Tucson Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Tucson. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Tucson MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Tucson to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Tucson Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Tucson fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Tucson Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai Tucson models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Hyundai Tucson Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Tucson owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Tucson MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Tucson year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 160 | 90.0% | 18,994 | 26,622 | 39,726 |
| 2021 | 3,590 | 86.1% | 20,091 | 29,230 | 41,346 |
| 2020 | 31,432 | 86.6% | 19,908 | 28,948 | 40,442 |
| 2019 | 129,357 | 86.9% | 22,770 | 32,788 | 45,378 |
| 2018 | 155,583 | 86.6% | 25,292 | 37,326 | 52,099 |
| 2017 | 188,454 | 86.4% | 29,882 | 43,886 | 61,429 |
| 2016 | 181,158 | 84.9% | 32,819 | 48,603 | 68,091 |
| 2015 | 49,255 | 83.0% | 35,701 | 52,662 | 73,120 |
| 2010 | 5,827 | 76.0% | 44,188 | 67,548 | 94,286 |
| 2009 | 17,205 | 75.7% | 44,190 | 68,431 | 95,800 |
| 2008 | 20,457 | 75.4% | 46,407 | 71,860 | 99,256 |
| 2007 | 45,994 | 74.4% | 48,418 | 74,343 | 101,816 |
| 2006 | 74,888 | 73.3% | 48,052 | 74,161 | 101,029 |
| 2005 | 77,038 | 73.2% | 47,358 | 73,356 | 100,430 |
| 2004 | 27,888 | 73.0% | 48,524 | 74,420 | 100,499 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Tucson Last?
Based on 133,490 Hyundai Tucson vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Tucson Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Tucson 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 Tucson
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
90.0% MOT pass rate from 160 tests
73.0% MOT pass rate from 27,888 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 90.0% across 160 tests. The 2004 model year has the lowest pass rate at 73.0% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyundai Tucson Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Tucson THIS CAR | 82.7% | 1,015,319 | 46,583 mi | 22 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 |
| Fiat Ducato | 75% | 1,962,737 | 48,690 mi | 38 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Tucson outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai Tucson has an overall MOT pass rate of 82.7% across 1,015,319 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Hyundai Tucson are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5,491 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (5,035), and windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (4,217). 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.
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 Tucson 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 Tucson owner drives around 7,068 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 Tucson models stay on UK roads for around 22 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.