Hyundai IX20 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Hyundai IX20 car check
Is the Hyundai IX20 reliable? We analysed 324,673 real MOT tests across 30,232 vehicles to find out.
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The Hyundai IX20 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai IX20.
Hyundai IX20 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Hyundai IX20. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Hyundai IX20 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Hyundai IX20 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Hyundai IX20 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Hyundai IX20 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Hyundai IX20 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Hyundai IX20 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Hyundai IX20 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Hyundai IX20 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Hyundai IX20 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Hyundai IX20 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 468 | 91.7% | 10,479 | 16,293 | 25,531 |
| 2019 | 7,450 | 90.5% | 11,515 | 18,467 | 28,259 |
| 2018 | 12,952 | 90.2% | 13,309 | 21,582 | 32,872 |
| 2017 | 29,562 | 88.1% | 16,636 | 25,894 | 38,849 |
| 2016 | 31,460 | 85.5% | 19,620 | 30,553 | 45,778 |
| 2015 | 32,753 | 83.9% | 21,341 | 33,183 | 49,632 |
| 2014 | 40,772 | 80.1% | 23,608 | 37,011 | 54,963 |
| 2013 | 46,129 | 76.8% | 27,000 | 42,392 | 62,406 |
| 2012 | 54,305 | 75.0% | 29,190 | 46,227 | 67,776 |
| 2011 | 60,523 | 75.8% | 30,818 | 49,746 | 72,774 |
| 2010 | 6,430 | 75.2% | 36,454 | 57,935 | 83,556 |
| 2009 | 58 | 72.4% | 42,422 | 75,257 | 99,746 |
How Long Does a Hyundai IX20 Last?
Based on 30,232 Hyundai IX20 vehicles on UK roads.
Hyundai IX20 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai IX20 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 IX20
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.7% MOT pass rate from 468 tests
72.4% MOT pass rate from 58 tests
The best year to buy a used Hyundai IX20 is 2020, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.7% across 468 tests. The 2009 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.4% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Hyundai IX20 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai IX20 THIS CAR | 80.1% | 324,673 | 37,800 mi | 16 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 Legacy | 72.5% | 349,986 | 96,000 mi | 35 yrs |
Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai IX20 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Hyundai IX20 has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.1% across 324,673 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively with 1,849 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
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 IX20 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 IX20 owner drives around 4,494 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 IX20 models stay on UK roads for around 16 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.