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Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive reliable? We analysed 580 real MOT tests across 143 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 580 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.4%
Typical Mileage
72,162mi
Annual Mileage
8,690mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive.

Specifications

Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1685cc
Engine
115bhp
Power
12.4sec
0–62 mph
135g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1685cc
Power
115 BHP
0–62 mph
12.4 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Black
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Fuel-economy data not held for this model.

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
135 g/km Band E
Emission class
5b
Road tax (12 mo.)
£145
Road tax (6 mo.)
£79.75
Insurance group
16 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,495 mi/yr
Typical
8,690 mi/yr
Average
9,451 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,034 mi/yr

Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
72,162 mi
75th Percentile
96,107 mi
95th Percentile
131,278 mi
Max Recorded
168,303 mi

How Does the Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive THIS CAR 88.4% 580 72,162 mi — yrs
Hyundai I10 80.4% 2,829,935 35,978 mi 18 yrs
Hyundai I20 80.2% 1,488,641 45,118 mi 17 yrs
Hyundai I30 76.5% 1,479,391 57,858 mi 19 yrs
BMW 330D M Sport 78.9% 769 133,820 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive?

The Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.4% across 580 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive owner drives around 8,690 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive reliable?
Based on 580 MOT tests, the Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive has a 88.4% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive do per year?
The typical Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive does around 8,690 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai IX35 SE CRDI Blue Drive?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.