Hyundai I30 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai I30 car check
Is the Hyundai I30 reliable? We analysed 1,479,391 real MOT tests across 127,434 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai I30 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai I30.
Hyundai I30 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai I30. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai I30 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai I30 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai I30 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai I30 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai I30 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai I30 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Hyundai I30 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai I30 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai I30 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai I30 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 612 | 88.1% | 19,249 | 29,919 | 42,984 |
| 2020 | 5,470 | 88.1% | 21,113 | 30,912 | 45,141 |
| 2019 | 20,581 | 88.6% | 20,724 | 31,190 | 44,826 |
| 2018 | 46,186 | 87.1% | 25,293 | 38,551 | 54,704 |
| 2017 | 52,757 | 86.3% | 27,785 | 42,100 | 61,008 |
| 2016 | 87,750 | 81.3% | 32,596 | 48,144 | 68,696 |
| 2015 | 143,793 | 80.3% | 35,503 | 52,409 | 74,244 |
| 2014 | 121,241 | 78.3% | 38,184 | 57,463 | 81,552 |
| 2013 | 151,523 | 76.2% | 40,872 | 61,698 | 87,316 |
| 2012 | 143,719 | 75.2% | 42,912 | 65,833 | 92,980 |
| 2011 | 169,344 | 73.5% | 38,439 | 61,150 | 88,457 |
| 2010 | 219,694 | 72.7% | 38,943 | 62,639 | 90,901 |
| 2009 | 208,319 | 73.9% | 37,801 | 61,424 | 89,223 |
| 2008 | 74,555 | 72.6% | 44,208 | 70,561 | 100,841 |
| 2007 | 28,305 | 72.7% | 43,171 | 69,238 | 98,291 |
How Long Does a Hyundai I30 Last?
Based on 127,434 Hyundai I30 vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai I30 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai I30 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai I30
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.6% MOT pass rate from 20,581 tests
72.6% MOT pass rate from 74,555 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai I30 is 2019, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.6% across 20,581 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyundai I30 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai I30 THIS CAR | 76.5% | 1,479,391 | 57,858 mi | 19 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 Getz | 73% | 1,126,487 | 53,185 mi | 24 yrs |
| Kia Sorento | 74.8% | 738,544 | 72,039 mi | 23 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai I30 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai I30 has an overall MOT pass rate of 76.5% across 1,479,391 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Hyundai I30 are tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (12,383 recorded failures), windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8,514), and brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (8,483). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Hyundai I30 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 I30 owner drives around 6,344 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.
In terms of longevity, most Hyundai I30 models stay on UK roads for around 19 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
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.