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Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi reliable? We analysed 6,012 real MOT tests across 2,900 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 6,012 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
87.9%
Typical Mileage
22,678mi
Annual Mileage
6,050mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi.

Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

87.1%
2023
87.4%
2022
88%
2021
89%
2020

Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 27
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 27

Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
3,774 mi/yr
Typical
6,050 mi/yr
Average
6,920 mi/yr
Heavy usage
8,737 mi/yr

Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 388 87.1% 12,384 18,708 26,976
2022 1,878 87.4% 14,646 21,436 31,781
2021 3,059 88.0% 15,618 23,108 32,924
2020 456 89.0% 15,106 22,882 31,235

How Long Does a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi Last?

Based on 2,900 Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
22,678 mi
75th Percentile
32,423 mi
95th Percentile
50,607 mi
Max Recorded
140,848 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2020

89.0% MOT pass rate from 456 tests

Year to avoid
2023

87.1% MOT pass rate from 388 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.0% across 456 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 87.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi THIS CAR 87.9% 6,012 22,678 mi — yrs
Hyundai I10 80.4% 2,829,935 35,978 mi 18 yrs
Hyundai I20 80.2% 1,488,641 45,118 mi 17 yrs
Hyundai I30 76.5% 1,479,391 57,858 mi 19 yrs
Yamaha EW50 74.8% 2,948 8,289 mi 26 yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi?

The Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.9% across 6,012 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi owner drives around 6,050 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi reliable?
Based on 6,012 MOT tests, the Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi has a 87.9% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi do per year?
The typical Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi does around 6,050 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai I20 Premium MHEV T-gdi is 2020 with a 89.0% pass rate across 456 tests.