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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Hyundai Coupe. Check any Coupe by registration number below.

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60.2%

Avg Pass Rate

-27.5%

vs Hyundai Avg

14

Year Ranges

Below Average

Reliability

Hyundai Coupe — MOT Reliability Overview

The Hyundai Coupe has an average MOT pass rate of 60.2%, which is 27.5 percentage points below the Hyundai brand average of 87.7%. This suggests the Coupe can be more maintenance-intensive than average. Pay close attention to the common failure points listed below if you are considering buying one.

The most common reasons a Hyundai Coupe fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements. If you are preparing your Coupe for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Hyundai Coupe, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Hyundai Coupe performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 2,912 vehicles

60.7%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.4%

Retest Rate

34.3%

2008

Based on 2,808 vehicles

58.0%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

9.4%

Retest Rate

37.6%

2007

Based on 3,803 vehicles

57.6%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

10.0%

Retest Rate

34.1%

2006

Based on 2,502 vehicles

59.0%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

9.1%

Retest Rate

37.3%

2005

Based on 1,614 vehicles

59.2%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

10.0%

Retest Rate

28.1%

2004

Based on 991 vehicles

55.8%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.6%

Retest Rate

35.6%

2003

Based on 616 vehicles

54.9%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

9.9%

Retest Rate

35.5%

2002

Based on 315 vehicles

57.8%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

10.4%

Retest Rate

28.0%

2001

Based on 277 vehicles

59.6%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

9.0%

Retest Rate

30.1%

2000

Based on 204 vehicles

53.9%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

36.4%

1999

Based on 131 vehicles

67.2%Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

19.8%

1998

Based on 188 vehicles

64.9%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

24.6%

1997

Based on 47 vehicles

66.0%Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

0.0%

Retest Rate

36.7%

0

Based on 9,831 vehicles

67.7%Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

89k mi

Top MOT Failures — Hyundai Coupe

The most common reasons a Hyundai Coupe fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

1

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

7.3%
2

Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement

5.9%
3

The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements

4.5%
4

A transmission shaft constant velocity joint boot missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

3.8%
5

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

3.8%

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

9.6%

Front Nearside

9.2%

Rear Offside

5.4%

Hyundai Coupe — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Hyundai Coupe MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Hyundai Coupe?
The average MOT pass rate for the Hyundai Coupe is 60.2% compared to the Hyundai average of 87.7%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Hyundai Coupe?
The most common MOT failures on the Hyundai Coupe are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (7.3%), Parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement (5.9%), The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (4.5%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Hyundai Coupe reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 60.2%, the Hyundai Coupe is rated as "Below Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Hyundai Coupe?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Hyundai Coupe?
Typical mileage for the Hyundai Coupe: 88,966 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Coupe to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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