Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi?

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 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi?

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 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi?

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 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi reliable?

Based on MOT data from 134 vehicles, the 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi has a first-time MOT pass rate of 94.1%, 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 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi?

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 I20 Element T Gdi (2022)

134 real MOT outcomes analysed • 94.1% first-time pass rate

2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi

CarHunch analysed 134 real MOT records for the 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2022 Hyundai i20 Element T-GDI is a strong performer with a 92.7% first-time MOT pass rate, well above the UK average of 80%, and only 2.2% of vehicles have ever recorded a dangerous defect—a reassuringly low figure. This petrol model shows consistent reliability across the sample, with 92.3% pass rate among the 127 petrol examples tested.

At just over 21,500 miles median mileage for a two-year-old car, these vehicles are running well within expected wear parameters, and the low average of 0.16 failures per vehicle suggests few mechanical problems are emerging. When failures do occur, advisories average 0.6 per car, typically pointing to minor wear items rather than structural issues—so if you're considering one, a pre-purchase inspection focusing on routine maintenance history is your main priority rather than mechanical concern.

We have limited data for the 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

94.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.2%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.16

Over 1.7 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

22k

Middle half: 14k–32k

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These stats describe 134 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 134 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.2% 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 (95%)	127	93.7%	0.17

Mileage Distribution

Most 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi 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.

21,535

typical

14,233

low mileage

31,542

high mileage

Half of all 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdi vehicles fall between 14,233 and 31,542 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,233 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.

✓ 14,233–31,542 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2022 Hyundai I20 Element T Gdis sit.

⚠ Over 42,581 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

1.7

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.16

Avg failures per vehicle

0.6

Avg advisories per vehicle

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