Hyundai Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A
From 1,441 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a tyre seriously damaged, headlamp levelling device inoperative and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a tyre seriously damaged, caused 25 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a tyre seriously damaged | 25 |
| headlamp levelling device inoperative | 18 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 11 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 10 |
| exhaust system leaking or insecure | 10 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 10 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 9 |
| parking brake inoperative on one side | 8 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 7 |
| brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn | 6 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 15.8% of Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A failures could actually strand you: fractured springs, engine faults, exhaust problems. Another 43.9% are safety issues where the car still drives but shouldn't, such as worn brakes, corroded brake pipes, and steering wear. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £100.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 87.1% | headlamp levelling device inoperative, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2019 | 87.7% | a tyre seriously damaged, headlamp levelling device inoperative |
Typical mileage
Half of all Ioniq First Edition Hev S-As tested had between 22,010 and 47,215 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 34,794 median miles, the Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A has 0.036 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Hyundai models
| Hyundai I10 | 77.5% |
| Hyundai I20 | 76.7% |
| Hyundai I30 | 72.6% |
| Hyundai Tucson | 84.5% |
| Hyundai Ix35 | 73.4% |
Common questions
What is the Hyundai Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A MOT pass rate?
The Hyundai Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A has a 87.4% MOT pass rate based on 1,441 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Hyundai Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A?
The most common MOT failure on the Hyundai Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A is a tyre seriously damaged, which caused 25 failures. Other common issues include headlamp levelling device inoperative.
What is the typical mileage of a Hyundai Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Hyundai Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A is 34,794 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 22,010 and 47,215 miles.
Buying a used Ioniq First Edition Hev S-A?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
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