Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi (2021)
2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi
CarHunch analysed 2,248 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T-GDI is a strong performer, passing its MOT first time in 92.8% of cases — well above the UK average of 80%. Only 5.7% of these vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low and suggests buyers can approach this model with genuine confidence.
At just under 28,000 miles median mileage, these are relatively lightly used examples, yet they're averaging only 0.21 failures per vehicle, indicating the Tucson ages gracefully even with modest use. Before buying, request the full MOT history to check the advisory pattern — 1.4 advisories per vehicle is typical — and prioritise examples that have breezed through without any dangerous defect flags.
What to check before buying a 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi
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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 2,206 | 92.6% | 0.21 |
| Other (2%) | 42 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi 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 2021 Hyundai Tucson Premium T Gdi vehicles fall between 21,020 and 35,921 miles.
MOT History Averages
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