2011 Hyundai Iload — MOT failures & pass rate
1,641 MOT tests on the 2011 Hyundai Iload are in this dataset, and 74.5% of them passed. That is 2.5 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 23.0%. Failures cluster in lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — lighting & signalling (17.4%) and brakes (15.3%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are rbt (sp), position lamp and headlamp aim — rbt (sp) alone was recorded 117 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 28.1% versus 12.9%.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 34.7% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 25.2% of tests failed in 2021 against 27.6% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.4% | 285 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.3% | 251 |
| 3 | Suspension | 10.5% | 173 |
| 4 | Visibility | 5.1% | 83 |
| 5 | Tyres | 4.1% | 67 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 2.9% | 47 |
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) | 117 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 107 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 91 |
| 4 | Service brake performance | 81 |
| 5 | Ball joint | 81 |
| 6 | Leaf spring | 71 |
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 | 34.7% | 570 |
| 2 | Tyres | 24.1% | 396 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 17.8% | 292 |
| 4 | Suspension | 16.6% | 273 |
| 5 | Other defects | 8.4% | 138 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 8.1% | 133 |
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 | 31 | 12.9% |
| 30-60k | 131 | 16.0% |
| 60-90k | 382 | 24.3% |
| 90-120k | 455 | 26.6% |
| 120-150k | 307 | 28.0% |
| 150k+ | 335 | 28.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 373 | 25.2% |
| 2022 | 347 | 25.9% |
| 2023 | 333 | 24.9% |
| 2024 | 294 | 24.1% |
| 2025 | 294 | 27.6% |
What to check before buying a 2011 Iload
On a 2011 Iload, lighting & signalling is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 17.4% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- 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.
- Brakes (15.3% 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.
- Suspension (10.5% 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.
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 2011 Hyundai Iloads pass their MOT?
74.5% of the 1,641 2011 Hyundai Iload MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2011 Hyundai Iload?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.4% of tests, followed by brakes (15.3%).
Does the 2011 Iload get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.9% in the 0-30k band to 28.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,641 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.