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Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD reliable? We analysed 1,633 real MOT tests across 459 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,633 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.5%
Typical Mileage
30,019mi
Annual Mileage
7,533mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD.

Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD Number Plates

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Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

78.3%
2021
86.6%
2020

Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7

Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
5,424 mi/yr
Typical
7,533 mi/yr
Average
8,206 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,845 mi/yr

Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 60 78.3% 19,042 26,490 38,068
2020 1,534 86.6% 21,985 30,040 39,318

How Long Does a Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD Last?

Based on 459 Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.4 years
Median
4.0 years

Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
30,019 mi
75th Percentile
39,419 mi
95th Percentile
54,807 mi
Max Recorded
83,734 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

86.6% MOT pass rate from 1,534 tests

Year to avoid
2021

78.3% MOT pass rate from 60 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 86.6% across 1,534 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 78.3% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD THIS CAR 86.5% 1,633 30,019 mi — 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
Bedford Unknown 75% 591 53,377 mi 41 yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD?

The Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.5% across 1,633 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

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 N Line Gdi 2WD 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 N Line Gdi 2WD owner drives around 7,533 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.

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.

Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD reliable?
Based on 1,633 MOT tests, the Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD has a 86.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD do per year?
The typical Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD does around 7,533 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2WD is 2020 with a 86.6% pass rate across 1,534 tests.