2006 Hyundai Trajet — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 969 MOT tests analysed for the 2006 Hyundai Trajet, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 68.6% was below the average for cars of a similar age (74.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 30.3% in the 150k+ group versus 19.7% in the 30-60k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 19.4% | 188 |
| 2 | Suspension | 17.8% | 172 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.0% | 116 |
| 4 | Visibility | 8.3% | 80 |
| 5 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.6% | 64 |
| 6 | Tyres | 6.1% | 59 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp | 71 |
| 2 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 69 |
| 3 | Stop lamp | 58 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 55 |
| 5 | Washers | 53 |
| 6 | Ball joint | 49 |
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 | 37.3% | 361 |
| 2 | Tyres | 32.9% | 319 |
| 3 | Suspension | 32.3% | 313 |
| 4 | Other defects | 24.6% | 238 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 18.5% | 179 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 16.5% | 160 |
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 | 71 | 19.7% |
| 60-90k | 254 | 29.5% |
| 90-120k | 347 | 32.3% |
| 120-150k | 212 | 36.8% |
| 150k+ | 76 | 30.3% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Diesel | 501 | 33.1% |
| Petrol | 468 | 29.5% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 297 | 29.0% |
| 2022 | 268 | 32.5% |
| 2023 | 184 | 33.1% |
| 2024 | 128 | 29.7% |
| 2025 | 92 | 34.8% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Trajet
Before buying a 2006 Hyundai Trajet, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 19.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (19.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (17.8% 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.
- Brakes (12.0% 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 2006 Hyundai Trajets pass their MOT?
68.6% of the 969 2006 Hyundai Trajet MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Hyundai Trajet?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 19.4% of tests, followed by suspension (17.8%).
Does the 2006 Trajet get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 19.7% in the 30-60k band to 30.3% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 969 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.