2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 303 MOT tests analysed for the 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ev, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 95.4% was above the average for cars of a similar age (94.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.3% | 13 |
| 2 | Visibility | 2.0% | 6 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 6 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.3% | 1 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 8 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 7 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 5 |
| 4 | Size/type | 2 |
| 5 | Driver's view | 1 |
| 6 | Horn | 1 |
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 | 6.3% | 19 |
| 2 | Other defects | 5.0% | 15 |
| 3 | Visibility | 0.7% | 2 |
| 4 | Brakes | 0.7% | 2 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.3% | 1 |
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 | 134 | 2.2% |
| 30-60k | 120 | 6.7% |
| 60-90k | 40 | 5.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 84 | 0.0% |
| 2025 | 207 | 6.8% |
What to check before buying a 2023 Ioniq 5 Ev
Before buying a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ev, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.3% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.3% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (2.0% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
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 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Evs pass their MOT?
95.4% of the 303 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 4.6% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Ev?
Tyres, recorded in 4.3% of tests, followed by visibility (2.0%).
Does the 2023 Ioniq 5 Ev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 2.2% in the 0-30k band to 5.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 303 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.