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Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi reliable? We analysed 1,845 real MOT tests across 850 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,845 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
86.6%
Typical Mileage
26,618mi
Annual Mileage
7,677mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai I30 N Line 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 I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi.

Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

89.5%
2023
89.2%
2022
85.1%
2021
85.9%
2020

Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 18
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 14

Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai I30 N Line 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
4,982 mi/yr
Typical
7,677 mi/yr
Average
8,975 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,631 mi/yr

Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2023 124 89.5% 16,262 24,138 36,656
2022 344 89.2% 16,777 23,072 32,563
2021 968 85.1% 19,114 26,855 36,539
2020 355 85.9% 21,386 30,128 41,352

How Long Does a Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi Last?

Based on 850 Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai I30 N Line 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
26,618 mi
75th Percentile
36,906 mi
95th Percentile
58,119 mi
Max Recorded
114,656 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi

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

Best year
2023

89.5% MOT pass rate from 124 tests

Year to avoid
2021

85.1% MOT pass rate from 968 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi is 2023, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 89.5% across 124 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Hyundai I30 N Line 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 I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi THIS CAR 86.6% 1,845 26,618 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
Citroen Relay 35 L4 Bluehdi S/s 74.1% 842 67,161 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi?

The Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi has an overall MOT pass rate of 86.6% across 1,845 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 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 N Line 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 I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi owner drives around 7,677 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 I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi reliable?
Based on 1,845 MOT tests, the Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi has a 86.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi do per year?
The typical Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi does around 7,677 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai I30 N Line 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 I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai I30 N Line MHEV T-gdi is 2023 with a 89.5% pass rate across 124 tests.