2021 Hyundai Tucson Connect T-Gdi — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 5,717 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Connect T-Gdi, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 91.6% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 5.3% | 302 |
| 2 | Tyres | 3.6% | 206 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 99 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.4% | 80 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 54 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 21 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 317 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 104 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 83 |
| 4 | Washers | 63 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 59 |
| 6 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 43 |
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 | 17.0% | 973 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.3% | 588 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.1% | 462 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 159 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.4% | 25 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 0.4% | 25 |
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 | 3,380 | 7.6% |
| 30-60k | 2,208 | 9.7% |
| 60-90k | 125 | 9.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,890 | 9.6% |
| 2025 | 2,817 | 7.3% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Tucson Connect T-Gdi
Before buying a 2021 Hyundai Tucson Connect T-Gdi, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 5.3% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (5.3% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Tyres (3.6% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Lighting & signalling (1.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2021 Hyundai Tucson Connect T-Gdis pass their MOT?
91.6% of the 5,717 2021 Hyundai Tucson Connect T-Gdi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.4% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Hyundai Tucson Connect T-Gdi?
Visibility, recorded in 5.3% of tests, followed by tyres (3.6%).
Does the 2021 Tucson Connect T-Gdi get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 7.6% in the 0-30k band to 9.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 5,717 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.