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Hyundai Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM) built around 2010: not enough MOT data yet

We've only seen a handful of Hyundai Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM) models built around 2010 so far. Too few to spot a pattern yet.

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Hyundai Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM)
No reliability rating: not enough tests to rate2010-2014SUVDIESEL / PETROL

Based on 267 tests of Tucson models registered 2010-2014.

Mk2 (ix35, LM) fail rate by age

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateUK average for cars this age
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
26730.0%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 15 years old.

How the Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM) compares

At each age below, see how the Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.

Based on 61,350 tests across 10 Hyundai models, built around 2010 (15 years old).

Below typicalAbove typicalHigh (28% or more)Highest fail rateHyundai average
Age / builtFail rateMOT tests
15 yearsbuilt around 2010
26730.0%

Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.

What to check before viewing

The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.

Brake pipes and hoses

High priority

Look under the car for corrosion or chafing on the rigid brake pipes near the rear axle.

Brake discs

High priority

Ask for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.

Suspension bushes and joints

Worth checking

Listen for knocks over speed bumps and ask about recent control-arm or anti-roll-bar work.

Tyres

Worth checking

Check tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.

Suspension

Worth checking

Inspect the suspension carefully and ask the seller for repair history.

Vehicle-specific check

Worth checking

Check the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.

Other SUVs to compare

Other SUVs, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM).

  1. 1

    Lexus RX

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    21%

    Lower fail rate: 21.0%, against 30.0% for the Hyundai Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM), both built around 2010.

    Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.

    2,501 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  2. 2

    Honda CR-V

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    24.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6%
    Dangerous
    5.5%
    Still registered at 10 years
    95.4%

    Lower fail rate: 24.8%, against 30.0% for the Hyundai Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM), both built around 2010.

    10 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    11,324 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  3. 3

    Toyota Urban Cruiser

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    26%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    6.5%
    Dangerous
    4.9%

    Lower fail rate: 26.0%, against 30.0% for the Hyundai Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM), both built around 2010.

    2 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    1,619 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

  4. 4

    BMW X5

    Same body type, tested at the same age

    Fail rate
    21.8%
    Fail, no pass in 3 days
    7.9%
    Dangerous
    4.9%
    Still registered at 10 years
    86.6%

    Lower fail rate: 21.8%, against 30.0% for the Hyundai Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM), both built around 2010.

    12 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.

    4,256 MOT tests on cars built around 2010

Fail rate
= the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
Fail, no pass in 3 days
= the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
Dangerous
= the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
Still registered at 10 years
= the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.

How many are still registered

88%of all Hyundai Tucson cars first registered in 2015 were still registered 10 years later. This is the whole model, not only this generation.

UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical

The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.

Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).

Recall context

17 recalls in all

No recall notices match this build period.

For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.

Mk2 (ix35, LM) variants compared
All generations of this modelNot much data

Most common issues on Hyundai Tucsons of this age

This list covers every Hyundai Tucson built around 2010, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk2 (ix35, LM) on its own.

Most common advisories and fails

In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one

  1. 1
    Advisory

    Suspension arm pin or bush worn, but not moving too much

    29.2%
    Advisory: 186Fail: 65 (26% of the times it was found)
  2. 2
    Advisory

    Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge

    24.9%
    Advisory: 190Fail: 13 (6% of the times it was found)
  3. 3
    Advisory

    Brake pipe corroded or covered in grease

    16.5%
    Advisory: 131Fail: 18 (12% of the times it was found)
  4. 4
    Advisory

    Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    15.2%
    Advisory: 125Fail: 3 (2% of the times it was found)
  5. 5
    Advisory

    Suspension part corroded, but not seriously weakened

    15.2%
    Advisory: 104Fail: 16 (13% of the times it was found)

Based on 545 tests

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Frequently asked questions

Built around 2010 (15 years old), the Hyundai Tucson Mk2 (ix35, LM) (2010-2014) fails MOTs at about the rate typical for this age. This is based on 267 15-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.

*The build year is worked out from the date a car was first used on UK roads. For most cars this matches when it was registered, but imports may differ by a few months.

Data sourced from DVSA MOT History API. From 267 MOT tests on Hyundai Tucsons first registered between 2010-2014. These figures are a guide, not a guarantee.