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Hyundai I30 SE CRDI Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai I30 SE CRDI reliable? We analysed 457 real MOT tests across 175 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 457 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
91.0%
Typical Mileage
55,023mi
Annual Mileage
9,388mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai I30 SE CRDI is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai I30 SE CRDI.

Hyundai I30 SE CRDI Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai I30 SE CRDI. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai I30 SE CRDI Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai I30 SE CRDI models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2
Tyre has ply or cords exposed INSIDE 1
Tyre has ply or cords exposed INSIDE 1

Hyundai I30 SE CRDI Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai I30 SE CRDI owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
6,494 mi/yr
Typical
9,388 mi/yr
Average
10,272 mi/yr
Heavy usage
12,808 mi/yr

Hyundai I30 SE CRDI Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai I30 SE CRDI MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
55,023 mi
75th Percentile
78,394 mi
95th Percentile
124,093 mi
Max Recorded
192,601 mi

How Does the Hyundai I30 SE CRDI Compare?

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

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai I30 SE CRDI THIS CAR 91.0% 457 55,023 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
Subaru Forester I Xe E Boxer AWD CVT 91.4% 732 31,336 mi — yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai I30 SE CRDI outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai I30 SE CRDI?

The Hyundai I30 SE CRDI has an overall MOT pass rate of 91.0% across 457 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 SE CRDI 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 SE CRDI owner drives around 9,388 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 SE CRDI — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai I30 SE CRDI reliable?
Based on 457 MOT tests, the Hyundai I30 SE CRDI has a 91.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai I30 SE CRDI?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai I30 SE CRDI do per year?
The typical Hyundai I30 SE CRDI does around 9,388 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai I30 SE CRDI last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai I30 SE CRDI?
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.