2013 Hyundai i40 MOT pass rate, common failures & what to check
In 2025, 63.2% of Hyundai i40s first used in 2013 passed their MOT first time, against 65.8% for all cars first used in 2013. Across 8,097 i40 first tests from 2023 to 2025, the most common failure areas were brakes, lamps and electrical equipment and steering.
This page analyses first MOT tests for Hyundai i40s first used in 2013 (all trims grouped): 2021 to 2025 for the pass-rate trend, and 2023 to 2025 for the failure and advisory analysis — plus what is worth checking before you buy one.
Data: DVSA anonymised MOT tests to December 2025 · Calculated by SortedCars · Updated October 2026
How the 2013 Hyundai i40 MOT pass rate has changed
Share of first tests passed in each year, i40s first used in 2013 against all cars first used in 2013 (any make or fuel; not adjusted for mileage, fuel or use). In 2025 the i40 figure was in line with the all-cars figure.
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| Test year | 2013 i40 | All cars first used 2013 | i40 first tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 68.0% | 72.1% | 3,151 |
| 2022 | 67.3% | 70.3% | 3,066 |
| 2023 | 65.4% | 68.3% | 2,925 |
| 2024 | 63.4% | 66.8% | 2,705 |
| 2025 | 63.2% | 65.8% | 2,467 |
Common 2013 Hyundai i40 MOT failures
Share of the 2,912 failed first tests (2023–2025) with at least one failure in each area. A test can fail in more than one area, so the shares add up to more than 100%.
Most common failure items
| DVSA failure item | Share of failed first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play | 21.6% | 630 |
| Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick | 12.5% | 364 |
| Headlamp: not working on dipped beam | 10.3% | 300 |
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | 8.9% | 258 |
| Tread depth: below requirements of 1.6mm | 7.1% | 207 |
Item names are DVSA’s own wording. 2023–2025 combined.
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Typical repair costs for common MOT failures
Typical UK garage prices for the job, not for an i40 in particular, and not a quote.
| Failure item | Typical job | Typical UK price | Usual range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coil spring: fractured or broken | Coil spring replacement | £248 | £175–£400 |
From published UK repair-cost guides, checked September 2026. Only jobs with a published typical price are shown.
What to check on a 2013 Hyundai i40 before buying
The three areas where failed first tests most often had a fault, 2023–2025.
- Brakes. Worth looking at the discs and pads through the wheel spokes for scoring and a worn lip, and noticing on the test drive whether the car pulls to one side or the pedal feels long.
- Lamps and electrics. Ask someone to watch while you work the brake lights, indicators, sidelights, dipped and main beam, and the number-plate lamps.
- Steering. Worth feeling for play or knocks in the steering on the test drive, and asking when the tracking was last checked.
Common 2013 Hyundai i40 MOT advisories
Advisories are points the tester noted that did not fail the car. Most common on 2013 i40s, as a share of all 8,097 first tests, 2023–2025.
| DVSA advisory item | Share of first tests | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge | 21.3% | 1,728 |
| Brake pads: wearing thin | 11.6% | 943 |
| Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened | 11.4% | 921 |
| Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material | 9.3% | 752 |
| Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive | 7.6% | 619 |
Questions about the 2013 Hyundai i40 MOT
What is the MOT pass rate of a 2013 Hyundai i40?
In 2025, 63.2% of i40s first used in 2013 passed their MOT first time, against 65.8% for all cars first used in 2013. A car fixed during the test counts as a fail.
What does a 2013 i40 most often fail its MOT on?
Brakes (in 31.7% of failed first tests, 2023–2025), lamps and electrical equipment (31.3%) and steering (27.5%). The single most common item was “Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play” (21.6%).
How often does a 2013 Hyundai i40 fail its MOT?
In 2025, 36.8% of first tests on i40s first used in 2013 did not pass first time: 31.9% failed, and a further 5.0% had a fault fixed during the test (counted as a fail here). Across 2023–2025, 2,912 of 8,097 first tests did not pass first time.
What are the most common 2013 Hyundai i40 MOT advisories?
“Tread depth: worn close to legal limit/worn on edge” (on 21.3% of first tests, 2023–2025), “Brake pads: wearing thin” (11.6%), “Brake discs: worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened” (11.4%), “Rigid brake pipes: corroded, covered in grease or other material” (9.3%) and “Engine oil leaks: leak, but not excessive” (7.6%).
Is a 2013 Hyundai i40 reliable?
An MOT pass rate shows what failed at the test, not how reliable a car is. For this group of cars the first-time pass rate went from 68.0% in 2021 to 63.2% in 2025. For one particular car, its own MOT history matters more than the average.
Other cars first used in 2013
The most-tested cars from the same year. Each page uses the same method.
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