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

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Is the Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto reliable? We analysed 1,158 real MOT tests across 577 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,158 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.8%
Typical Mileage
26,555mi
Annual Mileage
7,578mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai I30 N 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 I30 N T-gdi Auto.

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Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto MOT Pass Rate by Year

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

92.9%
2022
91.6%
2021

Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto Common Faults & Problems

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

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 4

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

How many miles does a typical Hyundai I30 N 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
5,079 mi/yr
Typical
7,578 mi/yr
Average
8,382 mi/yr
Heavy usage
10,476 mi/yr

Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto MOT Data by Registration Year

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

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2022 337 92.9% 16,959 22,762 30,190
2021 736 91.6% 20,991 29,398 38,662

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

Based on 577 Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto vehicles on UK roads.

Average
3.0 years
Median
3.0 years

Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai I30 N 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
26,555 mi
75th Percentile
36,258 mi
95th Percentile
51,497 mi
Max Recorded
97,304 mi

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

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

Best year
2022

92.9% MOT pass rate from 337 tests

Year to avoid
2021

91.6% MOT pass rate from 736 tests

The best year to buy a used Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto is 2022, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 92.9% across 337 tests. The 2021 model year has the lowest pass rate at 91.6% — 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 N 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 I30 N T-gdi Auto THIS CAR 91.8% 1,158 26,555 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
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross Exceed 4X2 89.2% 1,189 26,652 mi — yrs

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

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

The Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.8% across 1,158 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 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 I30 N T-gdi Auto owner drives around 7,578 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 T-gdi Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto reliable?
Based on 1,158 MOT tests, the Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto has a 91.8% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto do per year?
The typical Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto does around 7,578 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai I30 N 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 I30 N T-gdi Auto?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Hyundai I30 N T-gdi Auto is 2022 with a 92.9% pass rate across 337 tests.