2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line T-Gdi 2Wd — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,823 MOT tests analysed for the 2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line T-Gdi 2Wd, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and brakes. Its pass rate of 89.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (89.8%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.7% | 181 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.6% | 138 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.1% | 120 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 65 |
| 5 | Steering | 1.3% | 51 |
| 6 | Suspension | 1.1% | 44 |
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 | 194 |
| 2 | Wipers | 134 |
| 3 | Brake pads | 104 |
| 4 | Pins and bushes | 73 |
| 5 | Headlamp aim | 68 |
| 6 | Track rod end | 53 |
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 | 20.0% | 764 |
| 2 | Brakes | 15.9% | 609 |
| 3 | Other defects | 8.0% | 307 |
| 4 | Suspension | 3.7% | 140 |
| 5 | Steering | 3.1% | 118 |
| 6 | Visibility | 2.4% | 91 |
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 | 1,861 | 8.2% |
| 30-60k | 1,770 | 13.3% |
| 60-90k | 182 | 13.2% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 924 | 7.4% |
| 2023 | 953 | 10.0% |
| 2024 | 968 | 13.3% |
| 2025 | 976 | 12.5% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Tucson N Line T-Gdi 2Wd
Before buying a 2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line T-Gdi 2Wd, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.7% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.7% 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 (3.6% 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 (3.1% 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 2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line T-Gdi 2Wds pass their MOT?
89.2% of the 3,823 2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line T-Gdi 2Wd MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 10.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Hyundai Tucson N Line T-Gdi 2Wd?
Tyres, recorded in 4.7% of tests, followed by visibility (3.6%).
Does the 2019 Tucson N Line T-Gdi 2Wd get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.2% in the 0-30k band to 13.2% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,823 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.