Hyundai I20 (2017)
2017 Hyundai I20
CarHunch analysed 11,942 real MOT records for the 2017 Hyundai I20. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2017 Hyundai i20 is a solid performer in the MOT arena, with an 89.2% pass rate that comfortably beats the UK average of 80%—petrol versions especially punch above their weight at 89.2%, while the smaller diesel contingent trails slightly at 84.6%. However, nearly one in five of these cars (19.9%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is worth factoring into your pre-purchase inspection.
At 34,952 miles median, these i20s are running relatively light for their age, suggesting many owners haven't thrashed them. The average car racks up 0.87 failures and 5.8 advisories per MOT, pointing to minor wear items rather than structural problems—so when you're viewing one, ask for full service history and get a pre-purchase check done by an independent mechanic who can flag those common advisory items before you commit.
What to check before buying a 2017 Hyundai I20
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (98%) | 11,746 | 89.2% | 0.87 |
| Diesel (2%) | 196 | 84.6% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2017 Hyundai I20 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 2017 Hyundai I20 vehicles fall between 24,502 and 46,798 miles.
2017 Hyundai I20 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 11,352 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 98% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2020–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2017 Hyundai I20
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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36%
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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34%
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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31.4%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.2%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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22.8%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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20.3%
Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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19.7%
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
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14.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017. Counts include advisories and failures.
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