Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Hyundai Ix35?

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 2011 Hyundai Ix35?

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 2011 Hyundai Ix35?

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 2011 Hyundai Ix35 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

52% 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 2011 Hyundai Ix35 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 6,185 vehicles, the 2011 Hyundai Ix35 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Hyundai Ix35?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Hyundai Ix35 are: Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (81.5% of vehicles), Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (68.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (64.2% 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 2011 Hyundai Ix35?

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 Ix35 (2011)

6,185 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.8% first-time pass rate

2011 Hyundai Ix35

CarHunch analysed 6,185 real MOT records for the 2011 Hyundai Ix35. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Hyundai ix35 fails its MOT slightly more often than the UK average, with a 77.8% pass rate versus 80%, but the real concern here is that over half of these vehicles (51.9%) have recorded dangerous defects at some point—significantly higher than typical. Petrol and diesel variants perform nearly identically, so fuel type isn't a differentiator for reliability.

These cars are running around 72,000 miles on average, which is reasonable for their age, yet owners should expect roughly three failures per test and nearly 20 advisory items, suggesting widespread wear and maintenance needs. Before buying, request full MOT history and have a mechanic specifically inspect the suspension, brakes, and steering components—the areas where dangerous defects cluster on this model.

The 2011 Hyundai Ix35 has a decent first-time pass rate (77.8%), 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

77.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

51.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

3.35

Over 14.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

72k

Middle half: 58k–87k

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 19.7 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 6,185 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 6,185 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 81.5%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

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

Tyre wear 64.2%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside 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.

Other issues 30.3%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Lighting 22%

Offside Front Position lamp not working · Nearside Front Position lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Before you buy a 2011 Hyundai Ix35

Based on MOT data from 6,185 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 51.9% 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
Diesel (92%)	5,669	77.7%	3.37
Petrol (8%)	515	79.4%	3.2

Colour Breakdown

Based on 58,564 Hyundai Ix35 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 30.3%

17,722

Black 25.4%

14,873

Silver 20.3%

11,913

Grey 15%

8,791

Blue 6.8%

3,964

Red 1.7%

981

Brown 0.4%

251

Orange 0.1%

Bronze 0%

Gold 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Hyundai Ix35 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.

72,263

typical

57,929

low mileage

87,424

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Hyundai Ix35 vehicles fall between 57,929 and 87,424 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 57,929 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.

✓ 57,929–87,424 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Hyundai Ix35s sit.

⚠ Over 118,022 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Hyundai Ix35 — Still on the Road

Most 2011 Hyundai Ix35s are still being driven.

4,525 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 76% of the peak remain.

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

14.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

3.35

Avg failures per vehicle

19.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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