Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2008 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 2008 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 2008 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 2008 Hyundai Amica vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

47% 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 2008 Hyundai Amica reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,613 vehicles, the 2008 Hyundai Amica has a first-time MOT pass rate of 76.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2008 Hyundai Amica?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2008 Hyundai Amica are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (63.3% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (59.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (43.8% 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 2008 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 (2008)

1,613 real MOT outcomes analysed • 76.3% first-time pass rate

2008 Hyundai Amica

CarHunch analysed 1,613 real MOT records for the 2008 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 2008 Hyundai Amica falls slightly below the UK average with a 76.2% first-time pass rate, and nearly half of these cars (46.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—a significant concern for safety-conscious buyers. This is a petrol-only model, so there's no fuel-type variation to consider.

At 41,000 miles median, these Amicas are relatively low-mileage for their age, yet they average 4.05 failures and 18.1 advisories per test, suggesting wear and corrosion issues are common rather than mechanical defects. Before committing to one, budget for brake work, suspension repairs, and rust treatment—and insist on a full MOT history check to understand what's already been flagged.

The 2008 Hyundai Amica has a decent first-time pass rate (76.3%), 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

76.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

46.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.05

Over 16.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

41k

Middle half: 30k–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 18.1 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 1,613 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 1,613 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 63.3%

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.

Brake wear 38.3%

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material · Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded

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

Other issues 25.1%

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened · Oil leak, but not excessive · Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2008.

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Before you buy a 2008 Hyundai Amica

Based on MOT data from 1,613 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 46.9% 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%)	1,612	76.2%	4.05

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 2008 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.

41,359

typical

29,515

low mileage

55,369

high mileage

Half of all 2008 Hyundai Amica vehicles fall between 29,515 and 55,369 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 29,515 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.

✓ 29,515–55,369 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2008 Hyundai Amicas sit.

⚠ Over 74,748 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2008 Hyundai Amica — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 47% of 2008 Hyundai Amicas are still active.

Numbers are declining — 726 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (47% 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

16.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.05

Avg failures per vehicle

18.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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