2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4A — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,294 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4A, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 92.3% was above the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.1% | 66 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.4% | 31 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.2% | 15 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 0.9% | 11 |
| 5 | Brakes | 0.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 3 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 37 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 16 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 13 |
| 4 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 10 |
| 5 | Washers | 4 |
| 6 | Attachment | 3 |
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 | 18.8% | 243 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.9% | 76 |
| 3 | Visibility | 2.3% | 30 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.7% | 22 |
| 5 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 8 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 5 |
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 | 676 | 6.4% |
| 30-60k | 537 | 8.9% |
| 60-90k | 68 | 8.8% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 641 | 7.5% |
| 2025 | 647 | 7.9% |
What to check before buying a 2021 Tucson Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4A
Before buying a 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4A, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.1% 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 (2.4% 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 (1.2% 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 Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4As pass their MOT?
92.3% of the 1,294 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4A MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 7.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4A?
Tyres, recorded in 5.1% of tests, followed by visibility (2.4%).
Does the 2021 Tucson Ultimate Tgdi Phev 4X4A get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.4% in the 0-30k band to 8.8% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,294 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.