Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 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 2006 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 2006 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 2006 Hyundai Amica vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

43% 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 2006 Hyundai Amica reliable?

Based on MOT data from 4,236 vehicles, the 2006 Hyundai Amica has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75.9%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2006 Hyundai Amica?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Hyundai Amica are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (69.2% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (66.8% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (36% 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 2006 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 (2006)

4,236 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75.9% first-time pass rate

2006 Hyundai Amica

CarHunch analysed 4,236 real MOT records for the 2006 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 2006 Hyundai Amica's first-time pass rate of 75.9% sits below the UK average of 80%, and more concerningly, 43.3% of these vehicles have experienced a dangerous defect at some point—a significantly elevated figure that should give any buyer pause. This suggests structural or safety-related vulnerabilities that go beyond routine wear and tear.

At an average mileage of 43,000 km for an 18-year-old car, these Amicas have been relatively light-use vehicles, yet they're still racking up 4.4 failures and 17.3 advisories per test on average. The high advisory count points to accumulated minor issues—trim, lights, and ancillaries—that reflect the age and general condition decline typical of older budget city cars. Before purchasing, have an independent pre-purchase inspection focus on structural integrity and any history of accident damage, as the dangerous-defect rate indicates this model has specific weak points worth understanding.

The 2006 Hyundai Amica has a decent first-time pass rate (75.9%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ 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

75.9%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

43.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.36

Over 17.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

41k

Middle half: 29k–55k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 17.3 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 4,236 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 4,236 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 69.2%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

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

Other issues 24.8%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

Brake wear 22.9%

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

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

Lighting 20.9%

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 2006.

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Before you buy a 2006 Hyundai Amica

Based on MOT data from 4,236 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 43.3% 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

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (100%)	4,231	75.9%	4.36

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 2006 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.

40,980

typical

28,602

low mileage

55,138

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Hyundai Amica vehicles fall between 28,602 and 55,138 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 28,602 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.

✓ 28,602–55,138 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Hyundai Amicas sit.

⚠ Over 74,436 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2006 Hyundai Amica — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 36% of 2006 Hyundai Amicas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 1,447 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (36% 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

17.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.36

Avg failures per vehicle

17.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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