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Hyundai I800 (2015)

158 real MOT outcomes analysed • 74.7% first-time pass rate

2015 Hyundai I800

CarHunch analysed 158 real MOT records for the 2015 Hyundai I800. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2015 Hyundai i800's first-time pass rate of 74.7% sits noticeably below the UK average of 80%, signalling slightly worse-than-average reliability at test time. More concerning is that 43% of these vans have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the threshold where buyers should be cautious about hidden safety issues.

At an average mileage of 72,532 miles, these i800s are running fairly hard for their age, yet they're racking up 2.96 failures and 13.1 advisories per test on average, pointing to worn components and maintenance catch-up rather than fundamental design flaws. Before committing to one, get a full pre-purchase inspection focused on braking, suspension, and any history of those dangerous defects flagged in MOT records.

We have limited data for the 2015 Hyundai I800 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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
74.7%
UK average ~80%
Below average
Dangerous (ever)
43%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
2.96
Over 11.1 tests on record
High
Typical mileage
63k
Middle half: 44k–85k
For context

These stats describe 158 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 158 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 49.5%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Parking brake efficiency below requirements · Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · …
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.
Tyre wear 48.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear 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.
Lighting 25.2%
Nearside Front Position lamp not working · Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources · Offside Front Position lamp not working · …
Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.
Other issues 19.5%
Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view · Oil leak, but not excessive · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2015.

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Before you buy a 2015 Hyundai I800

Based on MOT data from 158 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 43% 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 ClickMechanic
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2015 Hyundai I800 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.

62,549
typical
43,638
low mileage
85,022
high mileage

Half of all 2015 Hyundai I800 vehicles fall between 43,638 and 85,022 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
Under 43,638 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.
43,638–85,022 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2015 Hyundai I800s sit.
Over 114,779 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2015 Hyundai I800 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2015 Hyundai I800s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 141 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 90% of the peak.

13 141 2016 2025

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2016–2025.
* 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

11.1
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
2.96
Avg failures per vehicle
13.1
Avg advisories per vehicle
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