Hyundai I10 (2012)
2012 Hyundai I10
CarHunch analysed 22,116 real MOT records for the 2012 Hyundai I10. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2012 Hyundai i10 passes its MOT at 79.5%, virtually matching the UK average of 80%, but here's the concern: 42.5% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is significantly above what you'd expect and suggests serious safety issues crop up regularly on this model. That's a red flag worth taking seriously if you're considering one.
At 39,128 miles median for a 12-year-old car, these i10s are running lower than average, which should theoretically make them more reliable, yet they're averaging nearly 3 failures per MOT and racking up 15.5 advisories each—pointing to accumulated wear and potentially poor maintenance history. Before buying, get a full pre-purchase inspection and specifically ask the seller for evidence of regular servicing, because the numbers suggest this generation needs proper care to stay safe.
What to check before buying a 2012 Hyundai I10
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 42.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 22,108 | 79.5% | 2.96 |
| Diesel (0%) | 7 | 78.2% | 3.57 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2012 Hyundai I10 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2012 Hyundai I10 vehicles fall between 26,792 and 53,715 miles.
2012 Hyundai I10 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 19,098 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2015–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2012 Hyundai I10
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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47.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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43.2%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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40.3%
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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38.3%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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36%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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35.9%
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
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27.3%
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
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23.1%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2012. Counts include advisories and failures.
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