Hyundai Amica years to avoid? MOT pass rate by year
Hyundai Amica years with MOT pass rates below the average for vehicles first used in the same year: 2006. None is clearly above it. The other year can't be told apart from average.
- Below the average for their first-use year2006
- Above the average for their first-use yearNone
- Can't be told apart from average2007
The MOT pass rate is one signal, not the whole story. An MOT checks safety and emissions on the day of the test. It doesn't record gearbox or engine faults, and a pass rate also reflects mileage and upkeep, so the table shows median mileage too. Whatever the year, the car in front of you matters more than its model's average.
First-time pass rate, all years together: initial tests passed with no repairs. 95% range 54.4% to 57.8%.
In 2025, 56.1% of the 3,368 initial MOT tests on Hyundai Amica cars were passed with no repairs. The same-age average, for all vehicles first used in the same years, was 57.2%. That is about average: the difference from the same-age average is within the margin of error.
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Hyundai Amica MOT pass rate by year
| Year | Chart | Testsmedian miles | Passed first time | Against all vehicles that year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007age 18 | 1,85857,800 | 57.6%±2.3 | +0.2 ptsall: 57.4% | |
| 2006age 19 | 1,51059,600 | 54.3%±2.6 | −2.7 ptsall: 57.0% |
Tests are initial MOT tests in 2025, not retests. Median miles is the middle odometer reading at the test: half had more, half had less. ± is the 95% margin of error in points (Wilson interval): a difference smaller than that could be chance. Years without a link have fewer than 10,000 tests, so they are listed here but don't have their own page.
When a car's mileage doesn't add upDoes mileage matter?
58.8% of Hyundai Amica tests at 30,000 to 59,999 miles passed first time, against 52.1% at 60,000 to 89,999 miles. For all vehicles of the same age and mileage, the figures are 68.0% and 59.0%.
| Miles at the test | Tests | Passed first time | Against all vehicles, same age and mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30,000–59,999 | 1,375 | 58.8%±2.7 | −9.2 ptsall: 68.0% |
| 60,000–89,999 | 1,140 | 52.1%±3.0 | −6.9 ptsall: 59.0% |
Against all vehicles of the same age and mileage, Amica tests were below average in every band shown.
Mileage is only one factor. How a car has been driven and looked after matters too. These figures show an association across all Hyundai Amica tests in 2025, not what mileage does to a particular car.
Mileage is the odometer reading at the initial test. Each band is compared with all vehicles first used in the same year with a reading in the same band, weighted by this model's own tests in each year. Bands need at least 1,000 tests. Not shown, with fewer than 1,000 tests: under 30,000, 90,000–119,999 and 120,000 or more. Every test had a usable odometer reading. How we count
Common Amica problems at the MOT
MOT records show roadworthiness faults, not engine or gearbox problems.
Most common MOT failures on the Hyundai Amica
| Defect | Share of failed tests | All vehicles, same age |
|---|---|---|
| Position lamp not workingLights and electrics | 15.3%226 tests | 13.8% |
| Stop lamp not workingLights and electrics | 14.3%211 tests | 9.5% |
| Wiper does not clear the windscreen effectivelyWindscreen, wipers, mirrors | 11.2%165 tests | 6.2% |
| Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strengthSuspension | 10.9%161 tests | 5.1% |
| Malfunction indicator lamp inoperative or indicates a malfunctionNoise, emissions, leaks | 9.7%144 tests | 6.3% |
| Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mmTyres | 8.9%131 tests | 6.5% |
| Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gasesBody, chassis, structure | 8.0%118 tests | 4.3% |
| Tyre has ply or cords exposedTyres | 7.7%114 tests | 4.1% |
| Catalyst emissions lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limitsNoise, emissions, leaks | 5.8%86 tests | 3.2% |
| Service brake performance excessively bindingBrakes | 4.7%69 tests | 3.8% |
These are failures recorded at initial MOT tests in 2025. Retests are not counted. "All vehicles, same age" is the same defect's share of failed tests for all vehicles first used in the same years, weighted by the Amica's failed tests in each year. How we count
What to check when viewing an Amica
Lights and electrics
- Ask the seller to help you check every light: dipped and main beam, brake lights, indicators, fog lights and the number plate lamp.
- Look for cracked, misted or yellowed headlight lenses.
- Check the dashboard warning lights come on when the car is switched on and then go out. Ask about any that stay lit.
Suspension
- Push down hard on each corner. Check the car rises once and settles, not bouncing again and again.
- On the test drive, listen for knocks or clunks over speed bumps and potholes.
- Check the car sits level when parked on flat ground.
Brakes
- On a clear road, brake firmly and check the car stops in a straight line without juddering or pulling to one side.
- Check the handbrake holds the car on a slope.
- Look through the wheels at the brake discs for deep grooves or a raised lip at the edge.
Tyres
- Check the tread on every tyre. The legal minimum for cars is 1.6 mm across the central three-quarters of the tread.
- Look for cuts, bulges, and wear on only the inner or outer edge, which can point to an alignment problem.
- Check that the spare wheel or the tyre repair kit is there.
Then read the car's own MOT history. Advisories in the same area at several tests are worth asking about.
Check an Amica's MOT historyHyundai Amica questions
Which Hyundai Amica years have lower MOT pass rates?
Compared with all vehicles first used in the same year, these model years have below-average MOT pass rates: 2006. None is clearly above average. The rest can't be told apart from average. A pass rate is one signal: it also reflects mileage and upkeep, and doesn't record engine or gearbox faults.
Is the Hyundai Amica reliable?
MOT results show only part of the picture. In 2025, 56.1% of initial MOT tests on Hyundai Amica cars were passed with no repairs, against a same-age average of 57.2%. That is about average. An MOT checks safety and emissions on the day of the test. It doesn't measure breakdowns, engine or gearbox faults, or repair costs.
What are the most common Hyundai Amica problems at the MOT?
The most common failure areas are lights and electrics (in 46.8% of failed tests), suspension (in 29.7% of failed tests) and brakes (in 23.7% of failed tests). A failed test can count in more than one area.
What mileage is normal for a 18-year-old Hyundai Amica?
At their 2025 MOT tests, Hyundai Amica cars first used in 2007, about 18 years old, had a median of 57,800 miles. Half had more and half had less.
How do I check a specific Amica's MOT history?
Enter its registration in our free check. It lists that car's own MOT results, the faults and advisories recorded and the mileage at each test, and flags repeated advisories and mileage that goes down.
Check a car's MOT history for freeWhat MOT data can't tell you about any Hyundai Amica
Outstanding finance, write-offs, theft and plate changes aren't in MOT records. For a particular car, you need a history check.
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All 17 Hyundai modelsCars ranked by MOT pass rate, by ageSource: DVSA anonymised MOT tests, 2025. For guidance only: these figures describe all Hyundai Amica cars tested, not the one you're looking at. How we count