Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto?

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 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto?

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 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto?

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 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 2,755 vehicles, the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 95.3%, 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 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto?

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 Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto (2022)

2,755 real MOT outcomes analysed • 95.3% first-time pass rate

2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto

CarHunch analysed 2,755 real MOT records for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2022 Tucson hybrid is a notably reliable performer, with a 93.3% first-time MOT pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and the 1.8% dangerous defect rate is reassuringly low, posing minimal safety concern for buyers. The average mileage of 27,490 miles is right where you'd expect for a two-year-old vehicle, and with only 0.1 failures and 0.4 advisories per car, these hybrids are proving mechanically sound so far in their lifespan.

Owners should note that this cohort has minimal failure history, suggesting the hybrid powertrain integration is working well in real-world conditions. Before purchasing, request the full MOT history to confirm no patterns of advisories on the specific car you're looking at, as individual maintenance records will matter more than the overall cohort average at this stage.

The 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (95.3% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

95.3%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

1.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.1

Over 1.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

25k

Middle half: 19k–33k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 95.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 2,755 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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Based on MOT data from 2,755 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 1.8% 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 →
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Colour Breakdown

Based on 11,997 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 29.6%

3,557

Blue 18.9%

2,269

White 13.8%

1,661

Silver 12.8%

1,535

Black 12.8%

1,535

Red 9%

1,077

Bronze 1.4%

172

Green 1.3%

159

Orange 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto 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.

25,139

typical

18,946

low mileage

33,372

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Auto vehicles fall between 18,946 and 33,372 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 18,946 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.

✓ 18,946–33,372 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi HEV Autos sit.

⚠ Over 45,052 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.1

Avg failures per vehicle

0.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

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