Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2021 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto?

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 I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto?

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 I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto?

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 I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto reliable?

Based on MOT data from 614 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 91.7%, 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 I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto?

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 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto (2021)

614 real MOT outcomes analysed • 91.7% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto

CarHunch analysed 614 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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This 2021 Hyundai i20 is a notably reliable performer, with a 90.9% first-time pass rate that sits well above the UK average of 80%—and only 4.1% of these cars have ever recorded a dangerous defect, suggesting robust safety standards. The hybrid-electric powertrain shows no concerning weaknesses, with the single fuel type achieving that same solid pass rate.

At just under 20,000 miles median mileage for a 2021, these cars are running light for their age, which partly explains why they average only 0.26 failures per vehicle. The 0.8 advisories per car suggest minor wear items rather than systemic problems, so when you're shopping for one, focus your pre-purchase inspection on routine maintenance history and suspension wear rather than anticipating major repairs.

The 2021 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto passes its MOT first time more often than most UK vehicles (91.7% vs ~80% average) — and when it does fail, it's usually something minor and cheap to fix.

First-time pass

91.7%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

4.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.26

Over 2.3 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

19k

Middle half: 12k–28k

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✅ Good baseline reliability. A 91.7% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

These stats describe 614 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 614 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 4.1% 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
Hybrid Electric (Clean) (99%)	606	91.7%	0.26

Colour Breakdown

Based on 2,255 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 20.5%

462

Blue 19.6%

441

Grey 19.1%

431

Red 9.8%

220

Black 9.4%

213

Turquoise 6.7%

150

Green 5.5%

123

Silver 5.1%

114

Bronze 4.5%

101

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto 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.

19,222

typical

12,245

low mileage

28,108

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Auto vehicles fall between 12,245 and 28,108 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,245 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.

✓ 12,245–28,108 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai I20 SE Connect MHEV T Gdi Autos sit.

⚠ Over 37,945 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

2.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.26

Avg failures per vehicle

0.8

Avg advisories per vehicle

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