Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi (2021)
2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi
CarHunch analysed 1,457 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate T Gdi. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2021 Tucson is a genuinely reliable prospect: its 92.1% first-time pass rate sits well above the UK average of 80%, and only 6.0% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect, which is reassuringly low. The petrol engine performs consistently at 92.0% pass rate across the cohort.
At 28,886 miles average, these cars are still relatively young and lightly used, and the low failure rate of just 0.22 per vehicle confirms they're holding up well mechanically. When you're evaluating a used example, pay particular attention to the suspension and fluid leaks—the 1.4 average advisories suggest these are the typical wear items—but this model genuinely deserves its reputation as a solid buy.
What to check before buying a 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate 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%) | 1,432 | 92% | 0.23 |
| Other (2%) | 23 | 100% | 0 |
| Hybrid Electric (Clean) (0%) | 2 | 83.3% | 0.5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2021 Hyundai Tucson Ultimate 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 Ultimate T Gdi vehicles fall between 20,320 and 35,474 miles.
MOT History Averages
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