Hyundai Getz (2007)
2007 Hyundai Getz
CarHunch analysed 8,914 real MOT records for the 2007 Hyundai Getz. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Hyundai Getz has a first-time pass rate of 76.3%, sitting 3.7 percentage points below the UK average—a modest gap, but the real concern is that 42.9% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above typical. Petrol and diesel variants perform almost identically, with pass rates of 76.5% and 74.8% respectively, so fuel type won't meaningfully affect your reliability prospects.
These cars are typically running around 52,900 miles at test time, which is reasonable for their age, but they're averaging 4.22 failures per MOT and 20.3 advisories—suggesting owners should budget for ongoing maintenance and repairs. Before buying, request a full MOT history and have a mechanic inspect suspension, brakes, and exhaust components, as these systems appear to be the main pain points for this generation.
Petrol vs Diesel
Pass rate difference of 1.7 percentage points — worth knowing if you're choosing between the two.
What to check before buying a 2007 Hyundai Getz
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.
- ⚠️ 42.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 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 (90%) | 8,056 | 76.5% | 4.21 |
| Diesel (10%) | 854 | 74.8% | 4.3 |
| LPG (0%) | 2 | 70.5% | 5 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 68.6% | 2 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Hyundai Getz 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 2007 Hyundai Getz vehicles fall between 38,585 and 68,780 miles.
2007 Hyundai Getz — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 3,724 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (44% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2007 Hyundai Getz
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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54.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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53.6%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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44.7%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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42.5%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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37.5%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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36.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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34.2%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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29.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007. Counts include advisories and failures.
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