2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-Gdi Hev Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,148 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-Gdi Hev Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 93.2% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.7%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.2% | 90 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.0% | 65 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 20 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 0.7% | 14 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 5 |
| 6 | Brakes | 0.2% | 5 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 62 |
| 2 | Tread depth | 30 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 22 |
| 4 | Washers | 16 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 14 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 6 |
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 | 19.3% | 415 |
| 2 | Other defects | 7.5% | 161 |
| 3 | Visibility | 3.9% | 83 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.7% | 15 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.3% | 6 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.3% | 6 |
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 | 1,398 | 6.5% |
| 30-60k | 713 | 7.6% |
| 60-90k | 34 | 5.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 50 | 6.0% |
| 2025 | 2,098 | 6.9% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Tucson N Line S T-Gdi Hev Auto
Before buying a 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-Gdi Hev Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.2% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.2% 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.
- Visibility (3.0% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (0.9% 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 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-Gdi Hev Autos pass their MOT?
93.2% of the 2,148 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-Gdi Hev Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 6.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Hyundai Tucson N Line S T-Gdi Hev Auto?
Tyres, recorded in 4.2% of tests, followed by visibility (3.0%).
Does the 2022 Tucson N Line S T-Gdi Hev Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.5% in the 0-30k band to 5.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,148 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.