Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi
From 2,887 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer Tucson Ultimate T-Gdis fare better: 2022 models pass at 95.8% vs 89.4% for 2021.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements and a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 63 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.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 63 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 45 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 25 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 23 |
| engine mil illuminated indicating a malfunction | 11 |
| wiper blade defective | 9 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 6 |
| windscreen or window damaged or seriously discoloured but not adversely affecting driver's view | 4 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 4 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 32.5% of Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £64.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 95.8% | a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a wheel with a loose or missing wheel nut, bolt or stud |
| 2021 | 89.4% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
Typical mileage
Half of all Tucson Ultimate T-Gdis tested had between 18,793 and 32,832 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 23,106 median miles, the Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi has 0.045 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 Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi MOT pass rate?
The Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi has a 89.6% MOT pass rate based on 2,887 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 63 failures. Other common issues include tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi is 23,106 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 18,793 and 32,832 miles.
Buying a used Tucson Ultimate T-Gdi?
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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