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

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Is the Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto reliable? We analysed 677 real MOT tests across 423 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 677 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.1%
Typical Mileage
16,694mi
Annual Mileage
4,685mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

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

Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto Number Plates

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

Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

82.7%
2023
84.9%
2022
89.4%
2021

Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto 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 3
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3

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

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

Low usage
2,617 mi/yr
Typical
4,685 mi/yr
Average
5,269 mi/yr
Heavy usage
6,889 mi/yr

Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 133 82.7% 11,165 17,206 26,304
2022 284 84.9% 10,495 16,448 23,590
2021 246 89.4% 11,915 16,628 22,758

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

Based on 423 Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
2.5 years
Median
2.0 years

Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto Mileage Distribution

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

Median
16,694 mi
75th Percentile
24,674 mi
95th Percentile
38,324 mi
Max Recorded
97,258 mi

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

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

Best year
2021

89.4% MOT pass rate from 246 tests

Year to avoid
2023

82.7% MOT pass rate from 133 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto is 2021, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.4% across 246 tests. The 2023 model year has the lowest pass rate at 82.7% — 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 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto THIS CAR 86.1% 677 16,694 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
Seat Alhambra TDI SE 64.7% 323 139,877 mi 25 yrs

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

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

The Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.1% across 677 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 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto 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 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto owner drives around 4,685 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 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto reliable?
Based on 677 MOT tests, the Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto has a 86.1% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto do per year?
The typical Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto does around 4,685 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto?
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 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T-gdi Auto is 2021 with a 89.4% pass rate across 246 tests.