2008 Hyundai Getz — MOT failures & pass rate
28,860 MOT tests on the 2008 Hyundai Getz are in this dataset, and 74.3% of them passed. That is 1.2 percentage points better than superminis of a similar age, which fail at 27.0%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
One area stands out: lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.9% of tests against 11.5% for the next-worst category.
At component level the recurring items are stop lamp, position lamp and joints — stop lamp alone was recorded 1,734 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 14.1% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 30.4% once past 150k — 2.2× the risk.
Fuel type barely separates them — petrol fails 25.7% of the time against 27.1% for diesel.
Tyres is the most common advisory, noted on 31.3% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 24.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 14.9% | 4,310 |
| 2 | Suspension | 11.5% | 3,305 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 7.3% | 2,097 |
| 4 | Visibility | 6.9% | 1,992 |
| 5 | Brakes | 6.8% | 1,955 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.4% | 1,854 |
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 | 1,734 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 1,706 |
| 3 | Joints | 1,574 |
| 4 | Wipers | 1,498 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 1,300 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 1,180 |
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 | 31.3% | 9,022 |
| 2 | Brakes | 28.8% | 8,300 |
| 3 | Suspension | 28.3% | 8,181 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 13.9% | 4,023 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 13.6% | 3,926 |
| 6 | Other defects | 12.3% | 3,545 |
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 | 1,671 | 14.1% |
| 30-60k | 8,138 | 20.6% |
| 60-90k | 10,621 | 27.2% |
| 90-120k | 6,009 | 30.9% |
| 120-150k | 1,904 | 32.2% |
| 150k+ | 506 | 30.4% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 27,214 | 25.7% |
| Diesel | 1,646 | 27.1% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 6,770 | 24.2% |
| 2022 | 6,354 | 25.2% |
| 2023 | 5,913 | 26.7% |
| 2024 | 5,272 | 26.5% |
| 2025 | 4,551 | 26.6% |
What to check before buying a 2008 Getz
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 14.9% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (14.9% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (11.5% 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.
- Body, structure & corrosion (7.3% of tests): The one to take seriously on older cars — corrosion to structural areas can be costly and is an MOT failure. Typical repair: £200–£1,500+.
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 2008 Hyundai Getzs pass their MOT?
74.3% of the 28,860 2008 Hyundai Getz MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2008 Hyundai Getz?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 14.9% of tests, followed by suspension (11.5%).
Does the 2008 Getz get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.1% in the 0-30k band to 30.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 28,860 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.