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Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi reliable? We analysed 15,242 real MOT tests across 8,725 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 15,242 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.5%
Typical Mileage
26,461mi
Annual Mileage
7,147mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai Tucson SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi.

Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

84.6%
2023
88.4%
2022
88.8%
2021

Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49

Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai Tucson SE Connect 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
4,969 mi/yr
Typical
7,147 mi/yr
Average
8,012 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,921 mi/yr

Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 1,242 84.6% 16,315 23,357 32,701
2022 6,713 88.4% 18,024 25,178 34,725
2021 6,508 88.8% 19,498 27,410 36,896

How Long Does a Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi Last?

Based on 8,725 Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.8 years
Median
3.0 years

Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi Mileage Distribution

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

Median
26,461 mi
75th Percentile
36,052 mi
95th Percentile
53,520 mi
Max Recorded
1,109,465 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi

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

Best year
2021

88.8% MOT pass rate from 6,508 tests

Year to avoid
2023

84.6% MOT pass rate from 1,242 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.8% across 6,508 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 84.6% — 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 SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi THIS CAR 88.5% 15,242 26,461 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
Honda CB1100SF-Y 86.8% 7,115 21,204 mi 27 yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi?

The Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.5% across 15,242 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 SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi owner drives around 7,147 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 SE Connect T-gdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi reliable?
Based on 15,242 MOT tests, the Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi has a 88.5% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi do per year?
The typical Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi does around 7,147 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Tucson SE Connect 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 SE Connect T-gdi?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson SE Connect T-gdi is 2021 with a 88.8% pass rate across 6,508 tests.