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SM03 UFY

2016 Hyundai I20

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,678 mi
Last recorded55,678 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Hyundai I2037,433 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM03 UFY
MakeHyundai
ModelI20
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 55,678 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 55,507 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 55,507 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated slightly (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

tpms light on

Pass 16 Jan 2023 47,538 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 40,791 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jan 2021 34,426 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2021 34,426 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 29,282 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 24,095 miles

osf fog light unit insecure

How Reliable is the Hyundai I20?

Based on 1,488,641 MOT tests across 136,037 vehicles.

80.2%
Pass Rate
5,035
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
136,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,256
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SM03 UFY is a 2016 Hyundai I20 in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Hyundai I20 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 37,433 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Hyundai I20 fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 6,256 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM03 UFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyundai I20 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 10 years old, this Hyundai I20 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SM03 UFY registered?

SM03 UFY is a 2016 Hyundai I20, first registered on 29 January 2016.

Is SM03 UFY safe to buy?

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