2006 Hyundai Amica — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 13,018 MOT tests analysed for the 2006 Hyundai Amica, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes. Its pass rate of 74.4% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (74.4%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 34.4% in the 150k+ group versus 16.2% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 13.6% | 1,768 |
| 2 | Suspension | 8.9% | 1,153 |
| 3 | Brakes | 8.5% | 1,108 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 7.7% | 1,002 |
| 5 | Tyres | 6.9% | 903 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 6.8% | 883 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stop lamp | 766 |
| 2 | Position lamp | 677 |
| 3 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 628 |
| 4 | Wipers | 619 |
| 5 | Malfunction indicator lamp | 548 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 545 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 29.3% | 3,808 |
| 2 | Brakes | 27.9% | 3,630 |
| 3 | Suspension | 21.0% | 2,733 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 14.7% | 1,912 |
| 5 | Other defects | 12.3% | 1,597 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 9.9% | 1,288 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,475 | 16.2% |
| 30-60k | 5,364 | 23.7% |
| 60-90k | 4,449 | 28.6% |
| 90-120k | 1,430 | 31.8% |
| 120-150k | 263 | 30.0% |
| 150k+ | 32 | 34.4% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,182 | 23.2% |
| 2022 | 2,933 | 25.1% |
| 2023 | 2,648 | 25.8% |
| 2024 | 2,303 | 27.3% |
| 2025 | 1,952 | 27.7% |
What to check before buying a 2006 Amica
Before buying a 2006 Hyundai Amica, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 13.6% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (13.6% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (8.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (8.5% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2006 Hyundai Amicas pass their MOT?
74.4% of the 13,018 2006 Hyundai Amica MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 25.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2006 Hyundai Amica?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 13.6% of tests, followed by suspension (8.9%).
Does the 2006 Amica get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 16.2% in the 0-30k band to 34.4% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 13,018 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.