Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2006 Hyundai Getz?

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 Getz?

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 Getz?

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 Getz vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

41% 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 Getz reliable?

Based on MOT data from 9,616 vehicles, the 2006 Hyundai Getz has a first-time MOT pass rate of 75%, 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 Getz?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2006 Hyundai Getz are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (72.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (72.2% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (48% 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 Getz?

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 Getz (2006)

9,616 real MOT outcomes analysed • 75% first-time pass rate

2006 Hyundai Getz

CarHunch analysed 9,616 real MOT records for the 2006 Hyundai Getz. 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 Getz passes its MOT first time in only 75% of cases, below the UK average of 80%, and this is a genuine concern—41.2% of these cars have recorded at least one dangerous defect during their test history. Both petrol and diesel variants perform similarly poorly, with petrol managing 75.1% and diesel 73.5%, so fuel choice won't help you dodge reliability issues.

At 57,648 miles on average, these Getzes have covered reasonable mileage for their age, yet they're still averaging 4.5 failures and 20 advisories per test, suggesting wear-related problems are catching up fast. Before buying one, get a pre-purchase inspection focused on suspension, brakes, and steering components—the sheer frequency of failures points to these as weak spots on aging examples.

The 2006 Hyundai Getz has a decent first-time pass rate (75%), 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%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

41.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

4.5

Over 17.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

54k

Middle half: 41k–70k

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 20 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 9,616 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 9,616 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 72.2%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

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

Brake wear 37.1%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded · Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded · …

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

Other issues 30.9%

Oil leak, but not excessive

Exhaust & emissions 23.3%

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases · Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Wipers & washers 21.1%

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2006.

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Petrol vs Diesel

Pass rate difference of 1.6 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.

75.1%

Petrol

8,985 vehicles

73.5%

Diesel

629 vehicles

Before you buy a 2006 Hyundai Getz

Based on MOT data from 9,616 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 41.3% 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 (93%)	8,985	75.1%	4.5
Diesel (7%)	629	73.5%	4.54

Colour Breakdown

Based on 65,486 Hyundai Getz vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 27%

17,662

Black 24.5%

16,055

Blue 20.6%

13,509

Red 17.8%

11,650

Grey 6.7%

4,401

Green 2.8%

1,824

Yellow 0.6%

366

White 0%

Turquoise 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2006 Hyundai Getz 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.

54,343

typical

40,591

low mileage

69,607

high mileage

Half of all 2006 Hyundai Getz vehicles fall between 40,591 and 69,607 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 40,591 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.

✓ 40,591–69,607 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2006 Hyundai Getzs sit.

⚠ Over 93,969 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 Getz — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 33% of 2006 Hyundai Getzs are still active.

Numbers are declining — 2,984 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (33% 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

17.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

4.5

Avg failures per vehicle

Avg advisories per vehicle

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