Hyundai Santa Fe MOT Failure Rate — 11-15 Years Old

44.7%
MOT failure rate for 11-15-year-old Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles
Based on 44,020 MOT tests
16.7pp above the UK average (28%)

This model shows significant deterioration in this age bracket, with a 44.7% failure rate. Pre-MOT inspection strongly recommended, especially for lamps & electrics.

Component Risk Breakdown (11-15 Years)

Which parts of a 11-15-year-old Hyundai Santa Fe are most likely to cause an MOT failure:

Lamps & Electrics 12.2%
Suspension 9.6%
Brakes 7.3%
Body & Chassis 4.9%
Tyres 3.6%
Visibility 2.8%
Steering 2.4%

How Does This Compare?

Hyundai Santa Fe MOT failure rate across all age groups:

Age Failure Rate Tests Worst Area
0-2 years 10.4% 4,754 Lamps & Electrics
3-5 years 13.6% 27,031 Tyres
6-10 years 27.0% 63,002 Lamps & Electrics
11-15 years 44.7% 44,020 Lamps & Electrics
15+ years 48.7% 17,503 Lamps & Electrics

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 11-15 year old Hyundai Santa Fe reliable?

11-15-year-old Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles have a 44.7% failure rate, which is above average. Consider a pre-MOT inspection, particularly checking lamps & electrics.

What are the common MOT failures on a 11-15 year old Hyundai Santa Fe?

The most common MOT failure areas at this age are:

  • Lamps & Electrics — 12.2% failure risk
  • Suspension — 9.6% failure risk
  • Brakes — 7.3% failure risk

How can I prepare my Hyundai Santa Fe for its MOT?

For a 11-15-year-old Hyundai Santa Fe, focus on: (1) Lamps & Electrics — the most common failure area at this age. (2) Check all lights and bulbs. (3) Inspect tyres for tread depth and damage. (4) Consider a pre-MOT check at a local garage (£20–£40). You can also use our free prediction tool for a personalised risk breakdown.

Other Hyundai Santa Fe Age Groups

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Data methodology: Failure rates are weighted averages across all mileage bands for the 11-15-year age group, calculated from official DVSA MOT test records. Only combinations with 100+ tests are included. Data covers 142 million MOT tests across the UK.

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