2020 Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2Wd — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,391 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2Wd, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 88.9% was below the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 5.0% | 69 |
| 2 | Visibility | 4.5% | 62 |
| 3 | Brakes | 4.0% | 56 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.5% | 21 |
| 5 | Steering | 0.7% | 10 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 0.6% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tread depth | 66 |
| 2 | Wipers | 61 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 45 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 22 |
| 5 | Washers | 16 |
| 6 | Brake discs | 9 |
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 | 25.0% | 348 |
| 2 | Brakes | 17.8% | 248 |
| 3 | Other defects | 9.6% | 134 |
| 4 | Steering | 5.8% | 81 |
| 5 | Suspension | 3.8% | 53 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.9% | 41 |
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 | 709 | 8.0% |
| 30-60k | 653 | 14.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 454 | 8.8% |
| 2024 | 461 | 12.4% |
| 2025 | 471 | 12.1% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Tucson N Line Gdi 2Wd
Before buying a 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2Wd, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 5.0% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (5.0% 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 (4.5% 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.
- Brakes (4.0% 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 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2Wds pass their MOT?
88.9% of the 1,391 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2Wd MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 11.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Line Gdi 2Wd?
Tyres, recorded in 5.0% of tests, followed by visibility (4.5%).
Does the 2020 Tucson N Line Gdi 2Wd get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.0% in the 0-30k band to 14.7% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,391 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.