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

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?

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?

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 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai I10 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2021 Hyundai I10?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2021 Hyundai I10 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (24.1% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (21.4% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (16.3% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

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

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 (2021)

129 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.2% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai I10

CarHunch analysed 129 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai I10. 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 is a strong performer on the MOT bench, with a first-time pass rate of 90.2% well above the UK average of 80%, and only 4.7% of vehicles ever recording a dangerous defect—both reassuring signs for buyers. The car's reliability profile is solid without being exceptional: at under 21,000 miles on average, these young cars average just 0.33 failures per vehicle and 1.2 advisories, suggesting well-built mechanicals that don't make heavy demands yet.

This mileage is modest for the age, so you're seeing cars that haven't been thrashed through their early years. When issues do appear, they're typically minor maintenance items rather than structural problems, meaning maintenance costs stay predictable. Before purchasing used, request the full MOT history to check what advisories have been flagged—minor items now can hint at parts nearing replacement.

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

First-time pass

90.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.33

Over 2.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

20k

Middle half: 11k–26k

For context

These stats describe 129 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 129 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 24.1%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 16.3%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 6.4%

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Wipers & washers 4.8%

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively · Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

Other issues 4.3%

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2021.

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Based on MOT data from 129 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.7% 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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Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai I10 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.

19,739

typical

11,394

low mileage

26,295

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai I10 vehicles fall between 11,394 and 26,295 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 11,394 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.

✓ 11,394–26,295 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai I10s sit.

⚠ Over 35,498 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2021 Hyundai I10 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2021 Hyundai I10s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 128 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 100% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2023–2025.

MOT History Averages

2.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.33

Avg failures per vehicle

1.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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