Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV?

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 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV?

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 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV?

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.

Is the 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV reliable?

Based on MOT data from 939 vehicles, the 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV?

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 Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV (2022)

939 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.3% first-time pass rate

2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV

CarHunch analysed 939 real MOT records for the 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This Bayon is a solid performer: a first-time pass rate of 86.4% beats the UK average of 80%, and dangerous defects are rare at just 3.8% of vehicles. The hybrid powertrain appears to be delivering reliable results, with the pass rate holding steady at 86.3% across the fleet.

At 22,000 miles median for a 2022 model, these cars are running at typical mileage for their age, yet they're showing minimal wear—averaging just 0.2 failures and 0.6 advisories per vehicle. When buying, check the service history to confirm the hybrid system has been regularly maintained, as that's where most durability gains come from.

The 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (90.3% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

90.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.2

Over 1.4 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 16k–30k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 90.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 939 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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Based on MOT data from 939 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%)	934	90.3%	0.2

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,288 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 22.1%

506

Grey 21.4%

490

Green 20.4%

466

White 9%

207

Black 7.6%

173

Red 6.4%

147

Turquoise 5.8%

133

Bronze 4.3%

Silver 3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV 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.

22,131

typical

15,557

low mileage

29,841

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEV vehicles fall between 15,557 and 29,841 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 15,557 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.

✓ 15,557–29,841 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Hyundai Bayon SE Connect T Gdi MHEVs sit.

⚠ Over 40,285 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.2

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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