Hyundai Veloster Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Hyundai Veloster reliable? We analysed 37,002 real MOT tests across 2,808 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai Veloster is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai Veloster.
Hyundai Veloster — specs & performance
Verified from DVLA & DVSA recordsA snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Hyundai Veloster — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.
Engine & Performance
- Engine size
- 1591cc
- Power
- 133 BHP
- 0–62 mph
- 9.7 sec
- Fuel type
- Petrol
Body & Dimensions
- Body type
- Car
- Common colour
- Yellow
- Wheel plan
- 2 Axle Rigid Body
Fuel Economy
- Combined
- 47.9 mpg
- Urban
- 39.8 mpg
- Extra-urban
- 53.3 mpg
- Fuel cost / 12k mi
- £1822
Tax & Emissions
- CO2 output
- 137 g/km Band E
- Emission class
- 5b
- Road tax (12 mo.)
- £155
- Road tax (6 mo.)
- £85.25
- Insurance group
- 16 of 50
Hyundai Veloster Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai Veloster. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai Veloster MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai Veloster to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai Veloster Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai Veloster models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Hyundai Veloster Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai Veloster owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai Veloster MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai Veloster year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 279 | 77.4% | 30,580 | 50,306 | 71,450 |
| 2014 | 1,708 | 79.6% | 32,680 | 48,615 | 69,460 |
| 2013 | 12,000 | 76.8% | 31,368 | 49,639 | 71,118 |
| 2012 | 22,530 | 76.8% | 33,308 | 52,430 | 75,228 |
| 2011 | 238 | 75.6% | 38,584 | 56,483 | 80,062 |
How Long Does a Hyundai Veloster Last?
Based on 2,808 Hyundai Veloster vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai Veloster Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai Veloster MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai Veloster
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.6% MOT pass rate from 1,708 tests
75.6% MOT pass rate from 238 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai Veloster is 2014, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.6% across 1,708 tests. The 2011 model year has the lowest pass rate at 75.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyundai Veloster Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Veloster THIS CAR | 76.9% | 37,002 | 51,430 mi | 14 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 |
| Yamaha XC 125 E Vity | 79.7% | 21,621 | 11,589 mi | 18 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai Veloster trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Hyundai VelosterShould you buy a used Hyundai Veloster?
The Hyundai Veloster has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.9% across 37,002 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Hyundai Veloster with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Hyundai Veloster owner drives around 5,394 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.
In terms of longevity, most Hyundai Veloster models stay on UK roads for around 14 years. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.