Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A?

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 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A?

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 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A?

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 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A reliable?

Based on MOT data from 452 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 93.4%, 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 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A?

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 MHEV S A (2021)

452 real MOT outcomes analysed • 93.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A

CarHunch analysed 452 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A. 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. 452 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

This 2021 Tucson is a genuinely reliable proposition, passing its first MOT 91.5% of the time compared to the UK average of 80%—that's a 11.5 percentage point advantage that puts it in the upper tier. The dangerous defect rate of 4.7% is reassuringly low and well below concern levels, suggesting these are fundamentally safe vehicles.

The median mileage of 25,525 miles is moderate for a three-year-old car, and with just 0.21 failures per vehicle on average, these Tucsons are proving tough in real-world use. When you do encounter an advisory (averaging 1.2 per vehicle), it's typically minor wear rather than structural issues—so if you're buying one, get a full service history check and you'll likely have a dependable family SUV.

The 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (93.4% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

93.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.21

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 18k–34k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 93.4% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 452 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 452 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.7% 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
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (98%)	441	93.4%	0.21

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,235 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 30.2%

675

Blue 19.6%

438

Black 16.1%

359

Red 12%

269

White 11%

245

Silver 8.9%

200

Bronze 2.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A 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.

25,525

typical

18,204

low mileage

34,429

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S A vehicles fall between 18,204 and 34,429 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 18,204 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.

✓ 18,204–34,429 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi MHEV S As sit.

⚠ Over 46,479 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

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.21

Avg failures per vehicle

1.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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