2002 Hyundai Coupe — MOT failures & pass rate
The 2002 Hyundai Coupe passed 66.0% of its 1,159 recorded MOT tests. That is 11.4 percentage points worse than coupes & convertibles of a similar age, which fail at 22.6%. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: brakes, recorded in 22.0% of tests against 15.4% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), component mounting prescribed areas and headlamp aim — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 154 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 24.1% in the 0-30k band and 35.4% in the 150k+ band, a 11.3-point spread.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 41.9% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 22.0% | 255 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 15.4% | 178 |
| 3 | Suspension | 15.1% | 175 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 10.1% | 117 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 8.2% | 95 |
| 6 | Visibility | 6.5% | 75 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rbt (sp) | 154 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 114 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 109 |
| 4 | Catalyst emissions | 90 |
| 5 | Headlamp | 75 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 75 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 41.9% | 485 |
| 2 | Suspension | 31.8% | 369 |
| 3 | Tyres | 26.1% | 302 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 22.7% | 263 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 20.4% | 237 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 20.3% | 235 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 58 | 24.1% |
| 30-60k | 247 | 27.9% |
| 60-90k | 341 | 36.1% |
| 90-120k | 345 | 37.1% |
| 120-150k | 118 | 35.6% |
| 150k+ | 48 | 35.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 419 | 35.1% |
| 2022 | 283 | 35.7% |
| 2023 | 203 | 32.0% |
| 2024 | 142 | 30.3% |
| 2025 | 112 | 33.9% |
What to check before buying a 2002 Coupe
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: brakes accounted for 22.0% of tests. Start there.
- Brakes (22.0% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Lighting & signalling (15.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.1% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2002 Hyundai Coupes pass their MOT?
66.0% of the 1,159 2002 Hyundai Coupe MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 34.0% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2002 Hyundai Coupe?
Brakes, recorded in 22.0% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (15.4%).
Does the 2002 Coupe get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 24.1% in the 0-30k band to 35.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,159 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.