2001 Hyundai H100 — MOT failures & pass rate
264 MOT tests on the 2001 Hyundai H100 are in this dataset, and 67.4% of them passed. All cars of a similar age fail 27.2% of the time, so this is 5.3pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, suspension and body, structure & corrosion.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.4%) and suspension (15.5%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are component mounting prescribed areas, rigid brake pipes and chassis condition — component mounting prescribed areas alone was recorded 48 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 60-90k one: 40.5% versus 31.3%.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 48.5% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is improving — the fail rate fell from 34.5% in 2021 to 21.2% in 2024, as the worst-kept examples leave the fleet.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.4% | 46 |
| 2 | Suspension | 15.5% | 41 |
| 3 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.4% | 38 |
| 4 | Brakes | 14.4% | 38 |
| 5 | Visibility | 9.5% | 25 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 5.3% | 14 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 48 |
| 2 | Rigid brake pipes | 31 |
| 3 | Chassis condition | 21 |
| 4 | Rear fog lamp | 16 |
| 5 | Washers | 15 |
| 6 | Exhaust system | 15 |
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 | 48.5% | 128 |
| 2 | Suspension | 29.5% | 78 |
| 3 | Tyres | 28.0% | 74 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 26.5% | 70 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 23.5% | 62 |
| 6 | Other defects | 17.1% | 45 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 99 | 31.3% |
| 90-120k | 57 | 28.1% |
| 120-150k | 41 | 36.6% |
| 150k+ | 42 | 40.5% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 84 | 34.5% |
| 2022 | 69 | 34.8% |
| 2023 | 52 | 36.5% |
| 2024 | 33 | 21.2% |
What to check before buying a 2001 H100
The failure pattern for this year is specific enough to inspect against: lighting & signalling accounted for 17.4% of tests. Start there.
- Lighting & signalling (17.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (15.5% 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 (14.4% 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 2001 Hyundai H100s pass their MOT?
67.4% of the 264 2001 Hyundai H100 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 32.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2001 Hyundai H100?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.4% of tests, followed by suspension (15.5%).
Does the 2001 H100 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 31.3% in the 60-90k band to 40.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 264 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.