2020 Hyundai Tucson N Ln48V Mhev Crdi2Wd Sa — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 3,034 MOT tests analysed for the 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Ln48V Mhev Crdi2Wd Sa, the most common recorded failure areas were tyres, visibility and lighting & signalling. Its pass rate of 90.2% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (90.5%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 4.1% | 125 |
| 2 | Visibility | 3.0% | 92 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 1.7% | 51 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.7% | 50 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 41 |
| 6 | Steering | 1.0% | 30 |
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 | 100 |
| 2 | Wipers | 78 |
| 3 | Pins and bushes | 62 |
| 4 | Headlamp aim | 57 |
| 5 | Track rod end | 33 |
| 6 | Brake pads | 30 |
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 | 19.7% | 597 |
| 2 | Brakes | 10.4% | 316 |
| 3 | Other defects | 7.0% | 214 |
| 4 | Suspension | 4.8% | 144 |
| 5 | Steering | 4.2% | 128 |
| 6 | Visibility | 3.1% | 95 |
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 | 1,317 | 8.4% |
| 30-60k | 1,519 | 10.5% |
| 60-90k | 178 | 12.9% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 984 | 7.8% |
| 2024 | 1,006 | 10.4% |
| 2025 | 1,022 | 11.0% |
What to check before buying a 2020 Tucson N Ln48V Mhev Crdi2Wd Sa
Before buying a 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Ln48V Mhev Crdi2Wd Sa, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Tyres accounted for 4.1% of tests for this year.
- Tyres (4.1% 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 (3.0% 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 (1.7% 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 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Ln48V Mhev Crdi2Wd Sas pass their MOT?
90.2% of the 3,034 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Ln48V Mhev Crdi2Wd Sa MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.8% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2020 Hyundai Tucson N Ln48V Mhev Crdi2Wd Sa?
Tyres, recorded in 4.1% of tests, followed by visibility (3.0%).
Does the 2020 Tucson N Ln48V Mhev Crdi2Wd Sa get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.4% in the 0-30k band to 12.9% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 3,034 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.