2018 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric · DE18 BVF
2018 Hyundai Ioniq (1.6L, hybrid electric). First registered 01/03/2018. Recorded mileage 78,835 miles. MOT valid until 20/07/2027. Taxed until 01/10/2026.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI IONIQ
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20/07/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/10/2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,835 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- HYBRID ELECTRIC · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- HYBRID ELECTRIC
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1580cc
DE18 BVF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 78,835 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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Known faults for Hyundai Ioniq (Hybrid/PHEV)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
DE18 BVF Mileage History
- 24/07/202563,989 mi
- 24/07/202563,989 mi
- 21/01/202672,217 mi+8,228 mi
- 22/01/202672,228 mi+11 mi
- 22/07/202678,835 mi+6,607 mi
Average of roughly 14,937 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DE18 BVF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Hyundai Ioniq (DE18 BVF) between July 2025 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
Common Problems: HYUNDAI IONIQ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 12V Battery Drain & Deep Sleep Bugs(Moderate)
The auxiliary 12V battery can drain if the car is left for several days. On earlier models, this was often due to the car failing to enter a "deep sleep" mode, sometimes exacerbated by frequent Bluelink app pings or third-party tracking apps.
- Clutch Actuator Fluid Leak(Serious)
An internal leak in the hydraulic clutch actuator can lead to an electrical short and is a known fire risk. Most affected cars were recalled.
- DCT Hesitation & Shudder(Moderate)
The 6-speed DCT can feel hesitant or "shudder" when pulling away, particularly in cold weather or stop-start traffic.
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