Used buying checklist
Hyundai Iload reliability, common problems and used buying checks
A used Hyundai Iload looks worse than average for reliability in UK MOT data: 25.4% of 2,486 tests failed, compared with 18.7% across all indexed models. A good example should have a clean MOT history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). MOT data does not capture every reliability issue, especially intermittent engine, gearbox or infotainment faults that do not appear during the test.
- 25.4% MOT failure rate
- Median tested mileage 104,139 miles
- 631 failed MOT tests analysed
Corrosion and structure is the clearest area to check
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in this model's MOT history (26.7 MOT notes per 100 tests). Example MOT phrases from this area include ferrule excessively corroded, component excessively corroded, and corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened.
Example MOT phrases to search in the car's history:
- ferrule excessively corroded
- component excessively corroded
- corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened
- excessively corroded
- ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt
- ball joint has excessive play
- Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- ball joint excessively worn
- inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
- warning lamp indicates an ABS fault
Focus on corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical
The model's recorded failure rate is 25.4%, +6.7 percentage points compared with the average across all models. Use the seller questions below to check whether repeat MOT notes have actually been repaired.
- MOT tests analysed2,486 tests
- Median tested mileage104,139 miles
- Failed MOT tests631
Should you buy a used Hyundai Iload?
74.6% of the MOT tests we analysed for this model passed. The model's recorded failure rate is 25.4%, +6.7 percentage points compared with the average across all models. This is a buying brief for the exact car in front of you: clean repeat history matters more than badge reputation.
- Repeat unresolved MOT notes for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical
- corrosion and structure appearing across more than one MOT
- Any dangerous MOT failure on the exact car, especially if the same area appears again later
- No paperwork showing applicable recall work has been completed
- A seller who cannot explain MOT wording such as "ferrule excessively corroded"
It can be, if the exact car has a clean history for corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, and lights and electrical, then compare the car's mileage and recall record below.
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (26.7 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Past 100k miles on the Hyundai Iload, MOT records most often point to suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical.
The MOT failure rate rises from 17.5% at 3-6 years to 0.0% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%.
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller.
3 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
What should I check first?
Start with corrosion and structure, suspension and steering, lights and electrical, and windscreen, wipers, and mirrors. The checklist on this page explains why each area is being recommended, what to inspect, and what to ask the seller. Each item shows whether it comes from MOT results, recall notices, or a standard used-car check.
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Corrosion and structure Seen in MOT results
Corrosion and structure is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (26.7 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Inspect sills, subframes, mounting points, arches, and underside corrosion advisories.
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Suspension and steering Seen in MOT results
Suspension and steering is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (26.6 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Listen for knocks, check uneven tyre wear, and inspect steering play.
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Lights and electrical Seen in MOT results
Lights and electrical is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (21.9 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check every lamp, warning light, horn, battery condition, and dashboard messages.
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Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors Seen in MOT results
Windscreen, wipers, and mirrors is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (10.1 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check windscreen damage, wiper operation, washers, mirrors, and demisting.
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Emissions, engine, and exhaust Seen in MOT results
Emissions, engine, and exhaust is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (7.8 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check warning lights, smoke, exhaust leaks, recent emissions failures, and service history.
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Tyres and wheels Seen in MOT results
Tyres and wheels is one of the most common MOT problem areas for this model (2.3 MOT notes per 100 tests).
What to check: Check tyre age, tread depth, sidewall damage, wheel condition, and alignment wear.
What changes with mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Hyundai Iload, MOT records most often point to suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical.
Common MOT problem areas
Common faults: what usually fails on this model?
Corrosion and structure is the clearest named problem area in the MOT history (26.7 MOT notes per 100 tests). These counts are issue notes, not failure rates, because a single MOT can list several faults.
Recall-related areas to verify
Official recall areas
Manufacturer recall notices for the Hyundai Iload mainly involve 3 areas: lights and electrical, mixed recall notices, and emissions, engine, and exhaust. Treat each as something to verify on the specific car you are viewing; the recall table below shows the official notice text.
Mileage and age checks
Mileage changes: what starts showing up after high mileage?
Past 100k miles on the Hyundai Iload, MOT records most often point to suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical. On lower-mileage cars, the most common named areas are suspension and steering, lights and electrical, and corrosion and structure.
| Mileage range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median mileage |
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| 0-50k | 215 | 190 | 10.7%-0.1 percentage points vs all models | 37,134 miles |
| 50-100k | 929 | 702 | 23.1%+2.4 percentage points vs all models | 77,999 miles |
| 100-150k | 860 | 603 | 29.9%+3.7 percentage points vs all models | 120,847 miles |
| 150-200k | 358 | 262 | 28.5%+1.2 percentage points vs all models | 168,662 miles |
| 200k+ | 92 | 61 | 35.9%+9.3 percentage points vs all models | 228,199 miles |
Problem areas by mileage
Past 100k miles on the Hyundai Iload, MOT records most often point to suspension and steering, corrosion and structure, and lights and electrical.
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Fair comparisons: is this problem normal for its age?
The MOT failure rate rises from 17.5% at 3-6 years to 0.0% at 15+ years. Compare the car with the nearest age range before treating a fault as normal wear or a warning sign. The average MOT failure rate across all models in the same dataset is 18.7%. The highest failure rate by age is 27.6% for 10-15 years cars, based on 1,755 tests.
| Age range | Tests | Vehicles | Failure rate (vs all models) | Median age |
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| 3-6 years 2020–2023 reg. |
143 | 113 | 17.5%+6.9 percentage points vs all models | 4.1 years |
| 6-10 years 2016–2020 reg. |
587 | 446 | 20.8%+4.2 percentage points vs all models | 8.3 years |
| 10-15 years 2011–2016 reg. |
1,755 | 1,256 | 27.6%+4.0 percentage points vs all models | 12.0 years |
| 15+ years pre-2011 reg. |
1 | 1 | 0.0%-25.9 percentage points vs all models | 15.0 years |
Recall records and data freshness
Recall context: are there safety notices to know about?
3 relevant recall notices appear for this model. Treat them as safety checks to verify for the exact car, not as normal MOT wear.
| 2025-03-24 | The alternator electrical wiring harness may be incorrectly tightened within the engine bay junction box which may result in high electrical resistance Hyundai has identified that the alternator electrical wiring harness may be incorrectly tightened within the engine bay junction box which may result in a high electrical resistance. Inspect and instal new retaining nut or wiring harness |
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| 2018-12-17 | REAR SLIDING DOORS MAY CLOSE SUDDENLY Rear sliding door fully open catch not holding door correctly. Replace sliding door catch on affected vehicles. |
| 2017-07-03 | FUEL PIPE CONNECTING THE FUEL FILTER TO THE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP MAY LEAK There may be a fuel leak from the fuel pipe connecting the fuel filter to the high-pressure pump. Drivers would feel a lack of power form the engine and a possible smell of diesel. If the diesel pipe starts to leak and it is not replaced immediately is it possible for the pipe to split and the vehicle will break down. The diesel form the fuel filter will leak onto the road. Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace the fuel pipes from the fuel filter to the high-pressure pump with a modified component. |
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Sources used: DVSA MOT tests (Apr 2026); vehicle recalls (Apr 2026); MOT fault wording (May 2025). These are patterns from many MOT tests and recall notices. They help you decide what to inspect and what to ask; they do not certify the condition of one specific car.