2016 Hyundai Ioniq 1.6L Hybrid electric (clean) · SY66 UOX
2016 Hyundai Ioniq (1.6L, hybrid electric (clean)). First registered 28 Oct 2016. Recorded mileage 59,912 miles. MOT valid until 05 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI IONIQ
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,912 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Exempt (Zero Emissions)
- Fuel & Engine
- Hybrid Electric (Clean) · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SY66 UOX Key Findings
- 8 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/11/2025
- 59,912 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 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.
SY66 UOX Mileage History
- 23/10/201925,173 mi
- 24/10/201925,174 mi+1 mi
- 10/10/202029,265 mi+4,091 mi
- 05/11/202133,614 mi+4,349 mi
- 02/11/202241,714 mi+8,100 mi
- 30/10/202349,148 mi+7,434 mi
- 19/10/202455,406 mi+6,258 mi
- 06/11/202559,912 mi+4,506 mi
Average of roughly 5,751 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.
SY66 UOX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
8 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Hyundai Ioniq (SY66 UOX) between October 2019 and November 2025.
The record contains 7 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Brakes (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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 Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (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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- 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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