Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi reliable?

Based on MOT data from 229 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Hyundai I10 SE Mpi (2021)

229 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.4% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi

CarHunch analysed 229 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2021 Hyundai i10 SE MPI passes its MOT first time in 87.2% of cases, comfortably above the UK average of 80%, suggesting this is a fundamentally reliable small car with few serious structural problems—dangerous defects appear in just 3.9% of tested vehicles, well below concern threshold. The median mileage of 14,659 miles is low for a three-year-old car, indicating these are lightly used examples, and the average of 0.36 failures per vehicle confirms they're holding up well mechanically. You'll typically see under one advisory per test, which means minor wear items aren't accumulating fast. Before buying, confirm the service history is complete and check for any pattern in those rare failures, as the low mileage makes it easier to spot neglect if it exists.

We have limited data for the 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

88.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

3.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.36

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

15k

Middle half: 10k–24k

For context

These stats describe 229 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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Based on MOT data from 229 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 3.9% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (88%)	202	87%	0.41

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,422 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Green 21.4%

305

White 20%

284

Red 12.7%

181

Grey 10.9%

155

Blue 9.1%

130

Silver 8.2%

117

Turquoise 8.1%

115

Black 7.2%

102

Bronze 2.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

14,659

typical

9,797

low mileage

23,573

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpi vehicles fall between 9,797 and 23,573 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 9,797 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 9,797–23,573 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai I10 SE Mpis sit.

⚠ Over 31,823 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.36

Avg failures per vehicle

0.9

Avg advisories per vehicle

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