Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV?

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 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV?

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 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV?

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 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV reliable?

Based on MOT data from 1,672 vehicles, the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.7%, 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 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV?

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 Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV (2023)

1,672 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.7% first-time pass rate

2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV

CarHunch is tracking 1,672 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.

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The real detail is in the individual vehicle report — MOT history, AI Hunches, mileage timeline, and defect patterns for that specific reg.

The 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV is exceptionally reliable, with a 95.7% first-time MOT pass rate—well above the UK average of 80%—and virtually no dangerous defects reported (0.1% of vehicles). This is a genuinely impressive result that reflects the inherent advantages of electric drivetrains, which have far fewer moving parts to wear or fail.

At an average mileage of 30,312 miles, these cars are running well within normal expectations for their age, and the zero average failures and advisories per vehicle tell you there's simply nothing going wrong with them yet. If you're considering this model, focus your inspection on battery health and charging functionality rather than traditional mechanical wear—these are the real unknowns with any EV, not the things MOT catches.

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We have 1,672 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data yet to show reliable statistics — as a 2023 model, most vehicles won't have reached their first MOT test date.

Before you buy a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV

Based on MOT data from 1,672 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.1% 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

Colour Breakdown

Based on 6,601 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ultimate EV vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 44.9%

2,964

Blue 12.7%

839

Gold 12.6%

834

Green 11%

723

Black 10.5%

693

White 6.7%

443

Red 1.3%

Silver 0.2%

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