2005 Hyundai Terracan 2.9L Diesel · EX55 UUA
2005 Hyundai Terracan (2.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 127,306 miles. MOT expired on 28 Aug 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI TERRACAN
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 28 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 127,306 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EX55 UUA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2025
- 127,306 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EX55 UUA MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Hyundai Terracan (EX55 UUA) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2025 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: Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Brake pipe excessively corroded rear (1.1.11 (c))”; “Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
EX55 UUA Mileage History
- 29/08/2023122,859 mi
- 30/08/2023122,859 mi
- 29/08/2024124,859 mi+2,000 mi
- 30/08/2024124,865 mi+6 mi
- 25/08/2025127,306 mi+2,441 mi
Average of roughly 2,234 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2005 Hyundai Terracan presents sign
Given the structural corrosion issues that have appeared at multiple MOT tests, any prospective purchase must include a thorough inspection of the chassis, sills, and load-bearing areas by a specialist before committing. The 2024 failure also flagged an insecure battery and an excessively corroded rear brake pipe — both should be re-examined, ideally with the vehicle on a ramp, to confirm they have been properly rectified. Budget conservatively: a 20-year-old diesel SUV with this MOT pattern is likely to need additional corrosion repair, brake pipe replacement, and steering/anti-roll bar component renewal in the near term.
The mileage trajectory shows a roughly 2,000-mile gap between each annual test, which is modest but consistent with occasional rather than daily use. Because no aggregate data is available for the Terracan, you cannot rely on model-wide reliability statistics — the individual MOT record is your primary guide. Ask to see any invoices for the corrosion work and brake pipe replacement referenced in the post-failure pass, and consider an independent pre-purchase inspection from a 4x4 specialist familiar with body-on-frame vehicles.
The Hyundai Terracan's 2.9-litre diesel engine typically returns around 25-30 mpg in real-world mixed driving, depending on terrain and load. Road tax for a 2005 diesel of this engine size falls in a higher band than modern equivalents, so budget around £300-£330 annually for VED. Insurance group data for the Terracan places it in a mid-to-high group for a 4x4, so premiums for a 20-year-old vehicle are likely to be in the £400-£600 range per year for a typical driver.
Typical maintenance on a vehicle of this age and mileage includes brake pipe renewal (already evidenced in this MOT history), anti-roll bar bushes, steering linkage components, and corrosion-related bodywork. With parts shared across Hyundai and Mitsubishi platforms, supply is reasonable but some items are becoming harder to source new. Estimated annual running costs including fuel, tax, insurance, and routine maintenance are likely to fall in the £1,200-£1,600 range.
The MOT history is dominated by structural corrosion advisories (6.1.1 (c) (i)) flagged at both the 2024 failure, the 2024 pass, and the 2025 pass — meaning corrosion has been an ongoing concern rather than a one-off. A physical inspection should focus on sills, chassis rails, outriggers, suspension mounting points, and any box sections where moisture can collect, as these are common failure points for body-on-frame SUVs of this vintage. Pay particular attention to the areas around the rear brake pipes, which were flagged as excessively corroded in 2024.
The 2023 failure also flagged a worn nearside rear anti-roll bar ball joint and bush, plus play in the offside front steering linkage ball joint — both worth re-checking on a test drive by listening for knocks over bumps and verifying steering precision. The oil leak noted in 2023 should also be investigated, as ongoing leaks on a 2.9-litre diesel can point to rocker cover or sump gasket issues. Finally, inspect the battery mounting security, since it was flagged as insecure at the 2024 failure — a simple fix, but indicative of general under-bonnet condition.
This silver 2005 Hyundai Terracan (EX55UUA) is powered by the 2.9-litre diesel engine and has covered 127,306 miles across 20 years of use, equating to roughly 6,365 miles annually. The MOT history shows five tests recorded since 2023, with two failures and three passes — and notably, structural corrosion has been flagged at every test. The most recent test in August 2025 noted an integral body structure corroded item, and the 2024 failure included an excessively corroded rear brake pipe. No aggregate reliability data is available for the Hyundai Terracan model, so assessment must rely on this individual record.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Hyundai Terracan, so model-wide reliability cannot be assessed from the information provided. Buyers should treat the individual MOT record as the primary evidence base.
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