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Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi reliable? We analysed 1,797 real MOT tests across 993 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,797 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
90.9%
Typical Mileage
27,388mi
Annual Mileage
7,114mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi 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 S T-gdi.

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Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.7%
2023
89.2%
2022
92.8%
2021

Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32

Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,926 mi/yr
Typical
7,114 mi/yr
Average
7,972 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,954 mi/yr

Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 122 87.7% 17,478 23,379 31,988
2022 769 89.2% 20,144 26,474 35,542
2021 823 92.8% 21,165 28,033 35,964

How Long Does a Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi Last?

Based on 993 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.8 years
Median
3.0 years

Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
27,388 mi
75th Percentile
35,948 mi
95th Percentile
54,831 mi
Max Recorded
208,053 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi

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

Best year
2021

92.8% MOT pass rate from 823 tests

Year to avoid
2023

87.7% MOT pass rate from 122 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.8% across 823 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi 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 S T-gdi THIS CAR 90.9% 1,797 27,388 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
Audi RS 3 Vorsprung TFSI QUATTRO Sa 92.3% 1,123 20,550 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi?

The Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi has an overall MOT pass rate of 90.9% across 1,797 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 S T-gdi 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 S T-gdi owner drives around 7,114 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 S T-gdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi reliable?
Based on 1,797 MOT tests, the Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi has a 90.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi do per year?
The typical Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi does around 7,114 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi?
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 S T-gdi?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-gdi is 2021 with a 92.8% pass rate across 823 tests.