2003 Hyundai Trajet — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 411 MOT tests analysed for the 2003 Hyundai Trajet, the most common recorded failure areas were suspension, lighting & signalling and brakes. Its pass rate of 68.1% was below the average for cars of a similar age (74.3%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 18.7% | 77 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 16.8% | 69 |
| 3 | Brakes | 12.7% | 52 |
| 4 | Body, structure & corrosion | 9.3% | 38 |
| 5 | Visibility | 8.8% | 36 |
| 6 | Tyres | 4.9% | 20 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Component mounting prescribed areas | 37 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 34 |
| 3 | Rigid brake pipes | 30 |
| 4 | Wipers | 24 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 23 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 22 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 38.9% | 160 |
| 2 | Brakes | 36.7% | 151 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.5% | 113 |
| 4 | Emissions & environmental | 25.1% | 103 |
| 5 | Other defects | 19.7% | 81 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 16.3% | 67 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 60-90k | 127 | 33.1% |
| 90-120k | 145 | 31.0% |
| 120-150k | 90 | 32.2% |
| 150k+ | 31 | 35.5% |
Failure rate by age
By fuel type
| Fuel | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 224 | 32.6% |
| Diesel | 187 | 31.0% |
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 137 | 32.1% |
| 2022 | 97 | 29.9% |
| 2023 | 85 | 35.3% |
| 2024 | 53 | 32.1% |
| 2025 | 39 | 28.2% |
What to check before buying a 2003 Trajet
Before buying a 2003 Hyundai Trajet, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Suspension accounted for 18.7% of tests for this year.
- Suspension (18.7% 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.
- Lighting & signalling (16.8% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (12.7% 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 2003 Hyundai Trajets pass their MOT?
68.1% of the 411 2003 Hyundai Trajet MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 31.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2003 Hyundai Trajet?
Suspension, recorded in 18.7% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (16.8%).
Does the 2003 Trajet get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 33.1% in the 60-90k band to 35.5% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 411 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.