Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Hyundai Tucson?

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?

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?

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 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 105 vehicles, the 2022 Hyundai Tucson has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2022 Hyundai Tucson?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2022 Hyundai Tucson are: Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (21.5% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (20.7% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt (7.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2022 Hyundai Tucson?

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 (2022)

105 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.8% first-time pass rate

2022 Hyundai Tucson

CarHunch analysed 105 real MOT records for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Hyundai Tucson is a genuinely reliable performer, with a first-time pass rate of 94.8% that sits well above the UK average of 80%, and a dangerous defect rate of just 5.7% that poses minimal buyer concern. These cars are also remarkably trouble-free at this age, averaging only 0.1 failures and 0.3 advisories per test.

At a median mileage of 25,611 miles, these Tucsons show typical use for their age and aren't showing signs of early wear. If you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection is still sensible, but the data suggests you're looking at a solid, low-defect vehicle—focus your checks on the routine maintenance items that make up those few advisories rather than structural or safety concerns.

We have limited data for the 2022 Hyundai Tucson — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

94.8%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

5.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.1

Over 1.1 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

26k

Middle half: 18k–39k

For context

These stats describe 105 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 105 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 21.5%

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 7.2%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Brake wear 3.7%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Wipers & washers 3.7%

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · …

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2022.

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Based on MOT data from 105 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 5.7% 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
Petrol (76%)	80	95.6%	0.09

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Hyundai Tucson 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.

25,611

typical

17,876

low mileage

39,382

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Hyundai Tucson vehicles fall between 17,876 and 39,382 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 17,876 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.

✓ 17,876–39,382 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Hyundai Tucsons sit.

⚠ Over 53,165 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

1.1

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.1

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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