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

Based on MOT data from 336 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi MHEV S A has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.9%, 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 Ultimate 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 Ultimate T Gdi MHEV S A (2021)

336 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.9% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi MHEV S A

CarHunch analysed 336 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate 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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Limited data for this trim variant. The DVLA records this vehicle under a specific trim-level name with only 336 vehicles on record — some statistics may not be reliable at this sample size.

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The 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi MHEV S A passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (92.9% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

⚠️ Around 1 in 20 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

92.9%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.23

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

27k

Middle half: 21k–34k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 92.9% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔍 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 336 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 336 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.1% 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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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%)	331	92.9%	0.23

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,291 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi MHEV S A vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Grey 30.3%

391

Blue 19.5%

252

Black 16.2%

209

White 14%

181

Red 9.9%

128

Silver 7.7%

Bronze 2.4%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate 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.

27,190

typical

20,644

low mileage

34,265

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi MHEV S A vehicles fall between 20,644 and 34,265 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 20,644 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.

✓ 20,644–34,265 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi MHEV S As sit.

⚠ Over 46,257 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

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.23

Avg failures per vehicle

1.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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