2012 Hyundai Veloster — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 9,654 MOT tests, the 2012 Hyundai Veloster recorded a 74.9% pass rate. All cars of a similar age fail 21.7% of the time, so this is 3.4pp worse than the group it competes with. Failures cluster in brakes, suspension and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — brakes (10.2%) and suspension (9.3%) 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 674 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 12.3% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 32.6% once past 150k — 2.7× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: brakes was flagged on 29.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 22.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 26.8% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brakes | 10.2% | 985 |
| 2 | Suspension | 9.3% | 894 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 7.9% | 765 |
| 4 | Tyres | 7.1% | 686 |
| 5 | Steering | 6.8% | 657 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.4% | 421 |
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 | 674 |
| 2 | Rbt (sp) | 515 |
| 3 | Headlamp | 436 |
| 4 | Tread depth | 351 |
| 5 | Ball joint dust cover | 328 |
| 6 | Coil spring | 314 |
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 | 29.4% | 2,838 |
| 2 | Tyres | 24.1% | 2,325 |
| 3 | Suspension | 16.3% | 1,574 |
| 4 | Other defects | 7.9% | 762 |
| 5 | Steering | 5.7% | 545 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 4.7% | 450 |
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 | 504 | 12.3% |
| 30-60k | 2,736 | 21.0% |
| 60-90k | 4,023 | 26.3% |
| 90-120k | 1,863 | 30.8% |
| 120-150k | 430 | 28.6% |
| 150k+ | 98 | 32.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,930 | 22.6% |
| 2022 | 1,951 | 23.9% |
| 2023 | 1,969 | 25.1% |
| 2024 | 1,944 | 27.1% |
| 2025 | 1,860 | 26.8% |
What to check before buying a 2012 Veloster
On a 2012 Veloster, brakes is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 10.2% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Brakes (10.2% 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 (9.3% 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 (7.9% 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 2012 Hyundai Velosters pass their MOT?
74.9% of the 9,654 2012 Hyundai Veloster MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2012 Hyundai Veloster?
Brakes, recorded in 10.2% of tests, followed by suspension (9.3%).
Does the 2012 Veloster get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 12.3% in the 0-30k band to 32.6% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 9,654 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.