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

Based on MOT data from 102 vehicles, the 2021 Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T Gdi Auto has a first-time MOT pass rate of 92.1%, 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 2021 Hyundai I20 Ultimate 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 Ultimate MHEV T Gdi Auto (2021)

102 real MOT outcomes analysed • 92.1% first-time pass rate

2021 Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T Gdi Auto

CarHunch analysed 102 real MOT records for the 2021 Hyundai I20 Ultimate 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 ULTIMATE MHEV T-GDI AUTO is significantly more reliable than the UK average, with a first-time pass rate of 91.2% against the national 80%, and a negligible dangerous defect rate of just 2.9% means safety concerns are rare. The hybrid powertrain shows strong consistency with a 91.1% pass rate across the 101 petrol-hybrid examples tested.

These vehicles are running at a sensible 15,948 miles median for their age, suggesting conscientious ownership, and the low failure rate of 0.25 per vehicle means when they do fail their first test, it's typically minor stuff. With just 1.1 advisories per vehicle on average, the i20 MHEV is proving itself dependable in real-world use—verify full service history on any used example and you're looking at a solid small car prospect.

We have limited data for the 2021 Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T Gdi Auto — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

92.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

2.9%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.25

Over 2.2 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

16k

Middle half: 12k–23k

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These stats describe 102 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 102 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 2.9% 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%)	101	92%	0.25

Mileage Distribution

Most 2021 Hyundai I20 Ultimate 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.

15,948

typical

12,108

low mileage

23,226

high mileage

Half of all 2021 Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T Gdi Auto vehicles fall between 12,108 and 23,226 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 12,108 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.

✓ 12,108–23,226 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2021 Hyundai I20 Ultimate MHEV T Gdi Autos sit.

⚠ Over 31,355 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

2.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.25

Avg failures per vehicle

1.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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