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Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV reliable? We analysed 595 real MOT tests across 184 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 595 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.1%
Typical Mileage
29,216mi
Annual Mileage
7,562mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV.

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Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

87.9%
2021

Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2

Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV Mileage — What's Normal?

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

Low usage
4,882 mi/yr
Typical
7,562 mi/yr
Average
7,942 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,945 mi/yr

Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2021 578 87.9% 21,822 29,216 38,578

How Long Does a Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV Last?

Based on 184 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV vehicles on UK roads.

Average
4.1 years
Median
4.0 years

Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV Mileage Distribution

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

Median
29,216 mi
75th Percentile
38,818 mi
95th Percentile
56,828 mi
Max Recorded
90,457 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV

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

Best year
2021

87.9% MOT pass rate from 578 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 87.9% across 578 tests.

How Does the Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV THIS CAR 88.1% 595 29,216 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 Hr-v SE I-vtec 97.8% 417 38,389 mi — yrs

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

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Should you buy a used Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV?

The Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.1% across 595 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 Ultimate T-gdi MHEV 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 Ultimate T-gdi MHEV owner drives around 7,562 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 Ultimate T-gdi MHEV — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV reliable?
Based on 595 MOT tests, the Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV has a 88.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV do per year?
The typical Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV does around 7,562 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV?
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 Ultimate T-gdi MHEV?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-gdi MHEV is 2021 with a 87.9% pass rate across 578 tests.