Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 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 2016 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 2016 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 2016 Hyundai Ix35 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

38% 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 2016 Hyundai Ix35 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 322 vehicles, the 2016 Hyundai Ix35 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 86.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Ix35?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Hyundai Ix35 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (57% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (52.5% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (49.7% 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 2016 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 (2016)

322 real MOT outcomes analysed • 86.1% first-time pass rate

2016 Hyundai Ix35

CarHunch analysed 322 real MOT records for the 2016 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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Moderate sample. 322 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2016 Hyundai ix35 passes its MOT first time at 86.1%, which beats the UK average of 80% and suggests above-average reliability for its age—though the troubling stat is that 38.2% of these vehicles have picked up a dangerous defect at some point, a notably high proportion that buyers should take seriously. Diesel versions edge ahead at 87.2% pass rate versus petrol at 84.8%, though the difference is marginal.

These cars are running at a sensible 45,957 miles median for their age, and while they average 1.34 failures per test, the 9.9 advisories per vehicle suggest wear and tear is starting to accumulate—typical for eight-year-old cars. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection to check for suspension, brake, and lighting issues, which are the likely culprits behind those high dangerous defect figures.

The 2016 Hyundai Ix35 has a decent first-time pass rate (86.1%), 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

86.1%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

38.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.34

Over 8.4 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

46k

Middle half: 34k–59k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 86.1% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 9.9 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 322 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 322 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 57%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

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

Brake wear 49.7%

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.

Other issues 26.1%

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

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Hyundai Ix35

Based on MOT data from 322 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 38.2% 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 (53%)	172	87.2%	1.22
Petrol (46%)	148	84.8%	1.51

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 2016 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.

45,957

typical

34,488

low mileage

58,752

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Hyundai Ix35 vehicles fall between 34,488 and 58,752 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 34,488 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.

✓ 34,488–58,752 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Hyundai Ix35s sit.

⚠ Over 79,315 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Hyundai Ix35 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Hyundai Ix35s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 299 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 95% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* 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

8.4

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.34

Avg failures per vehicle

9.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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