Hyundai Coupe SE (2001)
2001 Hyundai Coupe SE
CarHunch analysed 104 real MOT records for the 2001 Hyundai Coupe SE. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2001 Hyundai Coupe SE has a first-time MOT pass rate of just 23.2%, well below the UK average of 80%, which signals serious reliability concerns for this 23-year-old model. While dangerous defects are relatively rare at 4.8%, the low pass rate reflects that buyers can expect meaningful repair costs and frequent test failures.
These cars average around 62,000 miles, which is reasonable for their age, but owners typically rack up 0.49 failures and 1.1 advisories per test—suggesting wear items and minor faults are the norm rather than exception. If you're considering one, budget for pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic and expect ongoing maintenance as the default cost of ownership.
What to check before buying a 2001 Hyundai Coupe SE
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (95%) | 99 | 21.1% | 0.47 |
| Other (5%) | 5 | 63.3% | 0.8 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2001 Hyundai Coupe SE vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2001 Hyundai Coupe SE vehicles fall between 45,575 and 70,160 miles.
MOT History Averages
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