2005 Hyundai Terracan — MOT failures & pass rate
2,999 MOT tests on the 2005 Hyundai Terracan are in this dataset, and 71.9% of them passed. Against large SUVs of a similar age (24.9% fail rate), the 2005 Terracan comes out 3.3pp worse. Failures cluster in brakes, lighting & signalling and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (15.8%) and lighting & signalling (15.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, headlamp aim and rigid brake pipes — track rod end alone was recorded 218 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 17.6% in the 30-60k band and 36.9% in the 150k+ band, a 19.3-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 39.7% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 15.8% | 473 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 15.6% | 467 |
| 3 | Suspension | 13.8% | 413 |
| 4 | Steering | 7.8% | 233 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.7% | 202 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.6% | 138 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Track rod end | 218 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 207 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 192 |
| 4 | Rbt (sp) | 181 |
| 5 | Position lamp | 144 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 125 |
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 | 39.7% | 1,191 |
| 2 | Suspension | 35.2% | 1,055 |
| 3 | Tyres | 18.9% | 568 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 16.2% | 487 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 15.6% | 469 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 15.1% | 453 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 30-60k | 159 | 17.6% |
| 60-90k | 482 | 20.1% |
| 90-120k | 1,048 | 26.9% |
| 120-150k | 896 | 32.1% |
| 150k+ | 396 | 36.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 889 | 27.7% |
| 2022 | 754 | 27.3% |
| 2023 | 567 | 30.3% |
| 2024 | 428 | 27.6% |
| 2025 | 361 | 28.2% |
What to check before buying a 2005 Terracan
On a 2005 Terracan, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 15.8% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (15.8% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (15.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (13.8% 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 2005 Hyundai Terracans pass their MOT?
71.9% of the 2,999 2005 Hyundai Terracan MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 28.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2005 Hyundai Terracan?
Brakes, recorded in 15.8% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (15.6%).
Does the 2005 Terracan get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 17.6% in the 30-60k band to 36.9% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,999 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.