Hyundai Veloster MOT pass rate & common failures
The Hyundai Veloster appears in 16,439 MOT tests spanning model years 2011–2020, and 75.3% of them passed. That is 3.8 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 20.9%. Its most common failure areas are brakes, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (9.7%) and suspension (8.6%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are track rod end, rbt (sp) and headlamp — track rod end alone was recorded 1,158 times.
A 150k+ example is materially riskier than a 0-30k one: 31.3% versus 13.3%.
Brakes is the most common advisory, noted on 28.1% of tests — work that passed today but is likely due soon.
The trend is worsening — 21.4% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every Veloster model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 91 | 76.9% | 23.1% | Suspension |
| 2012 | 9,654 | 74.9% | 25.1% | Brakes |
| 2013 | 5,571 | 75.5% | 24.5% | Brakes |
| 2014 | 921 | 78.1% | 21.9% | Steering |
| 2015 | 154 | 77.9% | 22.1% | Tyres |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 9.7% | 1,599 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.6% | 1,418 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 7.6% | 1,244 |
| 4 | Tyres | 6.9% | 1,141 |
| 5 | Steering | 6.9% | 1,137 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.2% | 688 |
| 7 | Emissions & environmental | 1.4% | 228 |
| 8 | Seat belts & restraints | 1.2% | 191 |
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 | 1,158 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 807 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 676 |
| 4 | Ball joint dust cover | 615 |
| 5 | Tread depth | 613 |
| 6 | Washers | 509 |
| 7 | Headlamp aim | 507 |
| 8 | Coil spring | 472 |
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 | 28.1% | 4,613 |
| 2 | Tyres | 24.4% | 4,004 |
| 3 | Suspension | 15.0% | 2,472 |
| 4 | Other defects | 8.0% | 1,309 |
| 5 | Steering | 5.7% | 944 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 4.5% | 745 |
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 | 1,030 | 13.3% |
| 30-60k | 5,167 | 20.6% |
| 60-90k | 6,646 | 26.5% |
| 90-120k | 2,841 | 30.2% |
| 120-150k | 605 | 30.3% |
| 150k+ | 150 | 31.3% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,250 | 21.4% |
| 2022 | 3,322 | 23.4% |
| 2023 | 3,376 | 25.4% |
| 2024 | 3,302 | 26.4% |
| 2025 | 3,189 | 26.7% |
What to check before buying a Hyundai Veloster
- Brakes (9.7% 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.
- Suspension (8.6% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (7.6% 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
What is the MOT pass rate for the Hyundai Veloster?
75.3% of the 16,439 Hyundai Veloster MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 24.7% fail rate, across model years 2011–2020.
What does the Hyundai Veloster most often fail its MOT on?
Brakes, recorded in 9.7% of tests, then suspension (8.6%).
How much does mileage affect Veloster MOT results?
Fail rates run at 13.3% for cars in the 0-30k band and 31.3% for 150k+, a 18.0-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 16,439 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.