Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto (2014)
2014 Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto
CarHunch analysed 138 real MOT records for the 2014 Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
This 2014 Hyundai i30 Active is a significant reliability concern—only 52% pass first time against the UK average of 80%, and that gap suggests real, recurring problems rather than one-off issues. The good news is that none of the 138 vehicles recorded a dangerous defect, so safety isn't the worry; instead, you're looking at repeated mechanical failures that owners will need to budget for repeatedly.
At 65,000 miles median mileage, these cars are showing their age predictably, but the 0.65 average failures per vehicle hints at systemic issues rather than general wear—expect to encounter something needing repair on your next test. Before committing to this model, have a pre-purchase inspection by a diesel specialist focus on the transmission, suspension, and emissions control system, as those typically fail repeatedly on budget diesels of this generation.
What to check before buying a 2014 Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (99%) | 137 | 51.6% | 0.66 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (1%) | 1 | 100% | 0 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2014 Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto 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 I30 Active CRDI Auto vehicles fall between 53,709 and 85,807 miles.
2014 Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 66 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 97% of the peak.
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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