2007 Hyundai Getz — MOT failures & pass rate
32,499 MOT tests on the 2007 Hyundai Getz are in this dataset, and 73.8% of them passed. That is 1.6 percentage points better than superminis of a similar age, which fail at 27.8%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (14.7%) and suspension (12.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are stop lamp, position lamp and wipers — stop lamp alone was recorded 2,188 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 12.5% in the 0-30k band and 31.3% in the 150k+ band, a 18.8-point spread — more than double.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 26.2% of the time against 26.5% for diesel.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 31.1% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 25.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 27.3% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.7% | 4,784 |
| 2 | Suspension | 12.3% | 4,002 |
| 3 | Brakes | 7.8% | 2,519 |
| 4 | Visibility | 7.0% | 2,268 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.8% | 2,207 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.6% | 2,151 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stop lamp | 2,188 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,718 |
| 3 | Wipers | 1,646 |
| 4 | Joints | 1,487 |
| 5 | Linkage ball joint dust cover | 1,310 |
| 6 | Headlamp aim | 1,280 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 31.1% | 10,090 |
| 2 | Brakes | 30.6% | 9,935 |
| 3 | Suspension | 28.9% | 9,397 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.2% | 5,275 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.1% | 4,243 |
| 6 | Other defects | 12.3% | 4,011 |
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 | 1,333 | 12.5% |
| 30-60k | 8,415 | 21.1% |
| 60-90k | 11,756 | 26.9% |
| 90-120k | 7,404 | 30.5% |
| 120-150k | 2,728 | 32.2% |
| 150k+ | 846 | 31.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 29,837 | 26.2% |
| Diesel | 2,662 | 26.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 7,840 | 25.2% |
| 2022 | 7,217 | 25.8% |
| 2023 | 6,576 | 26.2% |
| 2024 | 5,832 | 27.2% |
| 2025 | 5,034 | 27.3% |
What to check before buying a 2007 Getz
On a 2007 Getz, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 14.7% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Lighting & signalling (14.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (12.3% 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.
- Brakes (7.8% 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.
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 2007 Hyundai Getzs pass their MOT?
73.8% of the 32,499 2007 Hyundai Getz MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 26.2% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2007 Hyundai Getz?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.7% of tests, followed by suspension (12.3%).
Does the 2007 Getz get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.5% in the 0-30k band to 31.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 32,499 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.