Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 Hyundai Amica?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2002 Hyundai Amica?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2002 Hyundai Amica?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2002 Hyundai Amica vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

33% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2002 Hyundai Amica reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,571 vehicles, the 2002 Hyundai Amica has a first-time MOT pass rate of 72.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2002 Hyundai Amica?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2002 Hyundai Amica are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (80.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (80.2% of vehicles), Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (65.4% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2002 Hyundai Amica?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Hyundai Amica (2002)

3,571 real MOT outcomes analysed • 72.4% first-time pass rate

2002 Hyundai Amica

CarHunch analysed 3,571 real MOT records for the 2002 Hyundai Amica. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2002 Hyundai Amica has a first-time pass rate of 72.4%, well below the UK average of 80%, and a concerning 32.7% of vehicles have recorded dangerous defects at some point—a significant reliability red flag for buyers. This isn't a car that ages gracefully; nearly a third have serious issues that compromise safety.

At an average mileage of 46,729 miles for a 22-year-old car, these Amicas are relatively light use, yet they're still accumulating 4.76 failures and 18.7 advisories per test on average. If you're considering one, budget for regular repairs and have a pre-purchase inspection focus on brakes, suspension, and steering components—the categories that typically drive up that dangerous defect percentage.

The 2002 Hyundai Amica has a below-average first-time pass rate (72.4% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

72.4%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

32.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.76

Over 16.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

45k

Middle half: 33k–58k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 18.7 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 3,571 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 3,571 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 80.7%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 65.4%

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded · Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded · Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 38.7%

Oil leak

Lighting 31.9%

Offside Stop lamp not working · Nearside Stop lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002.

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Before you buy a 2002 Hyundai Amica

Based on MOT data from 3,571 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 32.7% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 23,772 Hyundai Amica vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 26.2%

6,240

Blue 20.3%

4,825

Red 20.3%

4,816

Yellow 11.9%

2,832

Black 9.6%

2,289

Grey 4.2%

999

White 4%

945

Green 3.4%

809

Orange 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2002 Hyundai Amica vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

44,738

typical

32,916

low mileage

58,096

high mileage

Half of all 2002 Hyundai Amica vehicles fall between 32,916 and 58,096 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 32,916 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 32,916–58,096 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Hyundai Amicas sit.

⚠ Over 78,429 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2002 Hyundai Amica — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 11% of 2002 Hyundai Amicas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 299 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (11% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

16.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.76

Avg failures per vehicle

18.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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