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EF18 TZH

2018 Hyundai I40

White Diesel 1685cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

149,870 mi
Last recorded149,870 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Hyundai I4059,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF18 TZH
MakeHyundai
ModelI40
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,685cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 149,870 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2025 145,787 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 11 Jun 2025 145,787 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 132,276 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 9 Jun 2023 104,043 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

nearside front tyre tread getting low

Fail 9 Jun 2023 104,043 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

nearside front tyre tread getting low

Pass 9 Jun 2022 82,030 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 82,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 57,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 57,754 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

How Reliable is the Hyundai I40?

Based on 267,133 MOT tests across 28,541 vehicles.

79.5%
Pass Rate
8,118
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
28,541
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,182
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EF18 TZH is a 2018 Hyundai I40 in White with a 1,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2018 Hyundai I40 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 59,196 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hyundai I40 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 2,182 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EF18 TZH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai I40 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 8 years old, this Hyundai I40 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EF18 TZH registered?

EF18 TZH is a 2018 Hyundai I40, first registered on 13 June 2018.

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