2018 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · EU18 PCX
2018 Hyundai Ioniq (1.6L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 01 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 208,266 miles. MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI IONIQ
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 208,266 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EU18 PCX Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2026
- 208,266 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
EU18 PCX Mileage History
- 11/12/20186,504 mi
- 28/05/201925,143 mi+18,639 mi
- 27/11/201945,082 mi+19,939 mi
- 21/12/202071,792 mi+26,710 mi
- 07/06/202192,566 mi+20,774 mi
- 06/12/2021114,868 mi+22,302 mi
- 06/06/2022143,604 mi+28,736 mi
- 06/06/2022143,605 mi+1 mi
- 05/12/2022171,914 mi+28,309 mi
- 05/07/2023181,916 mi+10,002 mi
- 05/07/2023181,916 mi
- 27/11/2023207,255 mi+25,339 mi
- 27/11/2023207,255 mi
- 24/05/2024238,669 mi+31,414 mi
- 24/05/2024238,669 mi
- 26/06/2024245,510 mi+6,841 mi
- 26/06/2024245,510 mi
- 23/06/2025274,414 mi+28,904 mi
- 23/06/2025274,414 mi
- 25/06/2026208,217 mi-66,197 mi
- 26/06/2026208,266 mi+49 mi
Average of roughly 26,761 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
EU18 PCX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Hyundai Ioniq (EU18 PCX) between December 2018 and June 2026.
The record contains 14 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 26 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (16 issues), Brakes (11 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Windscreen (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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: “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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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- 12V Battery Drain & Deep Sleep BugsModerate
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 LeakSerious
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 & ShudderModerate
The 6-speed DCT can feel hesitant or "shudder" when pulling away, particularly in cold weather or stop-start traffic.
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