Hyundai I20 Classic (2014)
2014 Hyundai I20 Classic
CarHunch analysed 138 real MOT records for the 2014 Hyundai I20 Classic. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2014 Hyundai i20 Classic fails its first MOT 10 percentage points more often than the UK average, with a 70.1% pass rate—a meaningful weakness that suggests either age-related wear or maintenance gaps are catching up with these cars. The dangerous defect rate of 0.7% is reassuringly low, so serious safety issues aren't a widespread concern here.
These cars are running relatively low mileage for their age at around 42,000 miles median, which is actually a positive sign, yet they're still struggling through MOT. This points to neglect or deferred maintenance rather than heavy use—the average 0.28 failures and 0.1 advisories per vehicle suggest problems are mounting quietly. Before buying, get a pre-purchase inspection from a trusted mechanic and review the full MOT history, as it'll reveal whether the seller has been staying on top of repairs.
What to check before buying a 2014 Hyundai I20 Classic
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.
- 📄 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Other (72%) | 99 | 94.9% | 0.35 |
| Petrol (28%) | 38 | 4.7% | 0.08 |
| Other (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Hyundai I20 Classic 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 2014 Hyundai I20 Classic vehicles fall between 32,997 and 59,860 miles.
2014 Hyundai I20 Classic — Still on the Road
71 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 79% of the peak remain.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
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