2019 Hyundai Tucson: common problems and what to check
What gets flagged at MOT on 2019 Hyundai Tucsons, from 26,836 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
What stands out
Parts flagged at MOT more often on 2019 Hyundai Tucsons than on all cars registered in 2019.
- Brake pads1.6× usualHyundai Tucson18.2% All 2019 cars11.1%
Failed outright at MOT: 4.1%, against 2% of all 2019 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £75–£175 (one axle) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: Listen for squealing or grinding when braking, and look through the wheel at how much pad is left.
- Track rod ends2.2× usualHyundai Tucson2.6% All 2019 cars1.2%
Failed outright at MOT: 0.8%, against 0.5% of all 2019 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £50–£150 (one end, plus about £30–£50 if it needs a wheel alignment) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Listen for knocks when turning, and check the steering feels even.
- Suspension arm bushes and joints1.6× usualHyundai Tucson3.5% All 2019 cars2.2%
Failed outright at MOT: 0.8%, against 0.3% of all 2019 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £120–£180 (one arm) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: Listen for clunks over bumps and feel for the steering wandering. Worn arm bushes show as cracked rubber near the wheels.
By area
The share of 2019 Hyundai Tucson MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Tyres29% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Brakes25% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Suspension7% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Wipers, windscreen and mirrors5% of testsRough price £15–£250
At the viewing: Check for chips in the driver's view, and test the wipers and washers.
- Seats and seatbelts5% of testsRough price £80–£250
At the viewing: Pull each seatbelt sharply. It should lock, and retract cleanly.
- Lights and electrics4% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
Known faults
Reported by owners, mechanics and buying guides for this model and age. Check which engine the car has, as some apply to one engine only.
- Clutch judder (manual diesel)Manual diesel
Manual diesels can suffer from clutch judder. A redesigned clutch is available.
At the viewing: Pull away gently several times and feel for judder.
If it needs doing: Clutch replacement, about £250–£600. ClickMechanic
- Hesitant DCT automaticDCT automatic
The dual-clutch automatic can be hesitant and laggy pulling away.
At the viewing: Test it from a standstill and in slow traffic.
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Other years
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1,259 | Tyres 14% |
| 2022 | 21,925 | Tyres 20% |
| 2021 | 16,877 | Tyres 22% |
| 2020 | 13,095 | Tyres 29% |
| 2018 | 25,002 | Tyres 29% |
| 2017 | 23,946 | Tyres 29% |
| 2016 | 20,202 | Tyres 30% |
| 2015 | 4,737 | Brakes 31% |
| 2009 | 510 | Suspension 53% |
| 2007 | 712 | Suspension 55% |
| 2006 | 843 | Suspension 55% |
| 2005 | 776 | Suspension 60% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2019 Hyundai Tucsons registered in 2019. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score