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

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69.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-18.0%

vs Hyundai Avg

7

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Hyundai Terracan — MOT Reliability Overview

The Hyundai Terracan has an average MOT pass rate of 69.7%, which is 18.0 percentage points below the Hyundai brand average of 87.7%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Terracan on the road.

The most common reasons a Hyundai Terracan fails its MOT are the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Terracan 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 Terracan, 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 Terracan performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 617 vehicles

64.5%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

8.2%

Retest Rate

29.1%

2006

Based on 804 vehicles

65.3%Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

25.4%

2005

Based on 1,041 vehicles

67.7%Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

6.1%

Retest Rate

17.2%

2004

Based on 752 vehicles

62.4%Below Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

7.5%

Retest Rate

30.8%

2003

Based on 295 vehicles

67.5%Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Dangerous Defects

4.9%

Retest Rate

19.0%

2002

Based on 185 vehicles

90.8%Excellent
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Mileage at 10yr

182k mi

0

Based on 1,996 vehicles

69.7%Average
Hyundai average: 87.7%
Mileage at 5yr

114k mi

Top MOT Failures — Hyundai Terracan

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

1

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

4.2%
2

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

4.0%
3

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

4.0%
4

A steering ball joint with excessive wear or free play

3.9%
5

Brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded

3.6%
Hyundai Terracan Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

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

Front Nearside

8.9%

Front Offside

8.6%

Rear Nearside

7.9%

Other Hyundai Models

Compare MOT reliability across Hyundai models.

Hyundai Kona Os

95.5% pass rate

Hyundai Ix20

95.8% pass rate

Hyundai Ix 20 Jc

93.0% pass rate

Hyundai Amica

73.4% pass rate

Hyundai Tucson Premium T-gdi Mhev

94.2% pass rate

Hyundai Santa Fe

68.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Hyundai Terracan

Hyundai Terracan — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Hyundai Terracan MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Hyundai Terracan?
The average MOT pass rate for the Hyundai Terracan is 69.7% 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 Terracan?
The most common MOT failures on the Hyundai Terracan are: The aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements (4.2%), Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (4.0%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (4.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Hyundai Terracan reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 69.7%, the Hyundai Terracan is rated as "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 Terracan?
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 Terracan?
Typical mileage for the Hyundai Terracan: 181,962 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Terracan to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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