Hyundai I40 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Hyundai I40. Check any I40 by registration number below.

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78.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-9.4%

vs Hyundai Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Hyundai I40 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Hyundai I40 has an average MOT pass rate of 78.2%, which is 9.4 percentage points below the Hyundai brand average of 87.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your I40 on the road.

The most common reasons a Hyundai I40 fails its MOT are a steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm. If you are preparing your I40 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Hyundai I40, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Hyundai I40 performs at MOT across different model years.

2019

Based on 1,184 vehicles

88.0%Excellent

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

12.1%

Mileage at 3yr

69k mi

Mileage at 5yr

102k mi

2018

Based on 2,882 vehicles

85.5%Excellent

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

4.8%

Retest Rate

12.4%

Mileage at 5yr

109k mi

2017

Based on 6,345 vehicles

86.0%Excellent

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.0%

Retest Rate

14.4%

Mileage at 5yr

111k mi

2016

Based on 8,683 vehicles

83.3%Good

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

5.9%

Retest Rate

16.6%

2015

Based on 8,774 vehicles

79.2%Good

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

21.2%

Mileage at 10yr

175k mi

2014

Based on 8,797 vehicles

73.8%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

8.0%

Retest Rate

27.1%

Mileage at 10yr

165k mi

2013

Based on 6,788 vehicles

71.1%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

9.4%

Retest Rate

28.4%

Mileage at 10yr

167k mi

2012

Based on 7,831 vehicles

68.9%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

8.1%

Retest Rate

28.7%

Mileage at 10yr

172k mi

2011

Based on 1,461 vehicles

65.8%Average

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Dangerous Defects

7.6%

Retest Rate

31.8%

0

Based on 27,149 vehicles

80.9%Good

Hyundai average: 87.7%

Mileage at 5yr

91k mi

Top MOT Failures — Hyundai I40

The most common reasons a Hyundai I40 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

3.0%

A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn

2.5%

a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm

2.2%

A spring or spring component fractured or seriously weakened

2.0%

Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements

1.5%

Hyundai I40 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

1.8%

Front Nearside

1.5%

Rear

1.5%

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95.5% pass rate

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95.8% pass rate

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93.0% pass rate

Hyundai Amica

73.4% pass rate

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94.2% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Hyundai I40

Hyundai I40 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Hyundai I40 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Hyundai I40?

The average MOT pass rate for the Hyundai I40 is 78.2% compared to the Hyundai average of 87.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Hyundai I40?

The most common MOT failures on the Hyundai I40 are: A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play (3.0%), A suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn (2.5%), a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (2.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Hyundai I40 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 78.2%, the Hyundai I40 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Hyundai I40?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Hyundai I40?

Typical mileage for the Hyundai I40: 69,209 miles at 3 years, 101,683 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used I40 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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