Hyundai Unknown Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai Unknown car check
Is the Hyundai Unknown reliable? We analysed 385 real MOT tests across 179 vehicles to find out.
Got a specific Hyundai Unknown? Enter the reg for a free check:
The Hyundai Unknown is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Unknown.
Hyundai Unknown Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Unknown. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Unknown MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Unknown to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Unknown Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai Unknown fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai Unknown Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai Unknown models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Hyundai Unknown Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Unknown owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Unknown MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Unknown year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 52 | 75.0% | 60,595 | 95,470 | 137,488 |
Hyundai Unknown Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Unknown 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 Unknown
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
75.0% MOT pass rate from 52 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Unknown is 2013, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 75.0% across 52 tests.
How Does the Hyundai Unknown Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Unknown THIS CAR | 79.0% | 385 | 53,846 mi | 13 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 |
| Peugeot 3008 Allure Premium + Ptech Ss | 90.8% | 272 | 24,204 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Unknown trails behind on MOT reliability.
Found a Hyundai Unknown you like?
Run a full vehicle history check on the specific car. See finance, stolen, write-off, mileage and MOT data for that exact vehicle.
Check a specific Hyundai UnknownShould you buy a used Hyundai Unknown?
The Hyundai Unknown has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.0% across 385 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside with 4 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 Unknown 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 Unknown owner drives around 5,924 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 Unknown models stay on UK roads for around 13 years. 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.