Hyundai Stellar 1600 Sl (1986)
1986 Hyundai Stellar 1600 Sl
CarHunch analysed 710 real MOT records for the 1986 Hyundai Stellar 1600 Sl. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 1986 Hyundai Stellar has a first-time pass rate of just 10%, compared to the UK average of 80%, which means it is profoundly unreliable by modern standards—nearly nine out of ten fail their MOT on the first attempt. With only 0.1% of vehicles ever flagged for dangerous defects, the failures are scattered across multiple systems rather than one critical safety issue, but the sheer volume of defects makes this car unsuitable for regular use.
The median mileage of 41,244 miles is remarkably low for a 1986 model, suggesting these survivors are mostly garage queens or light-use vehicles, yet even at that mileage they are failing comprehensively. If you're considering one, budget heavily for a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist in 1980s Japanese cars, as parts availability and repair costs will quickly exceed the vehicle's value.
What to check before buying a 1986 Hyundai Stellar 1600 Sl
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.
- 📄 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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Mileage Distribution
Most 1986 Hyundai Stellar 1600 Sl 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 1986 Hyundai Stellar 1600 Sl vehicles fall between 41,244 and 41,244 miles.
MOT History Averages
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