Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2016 Hyundai Ix20?

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 2016 Hyundai Ix20?

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 2016 Hyundai Ix20?

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.

How many 2016 Hyundai Ix20 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

25% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2016 Hyundai Ix20 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 3,690 vehicles, the 2016 Hyundai Ix20 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 87.3%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2016 Hyundai Ix20?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2016 Hyundai Ix20 are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (35.2% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (32.3% of vehicles), Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (24.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2016 Hyundai Ix20?

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 Ix20 (2016)

3,690 real MOT outcomes analysed • 87.3% first-time pass rate

2016 Hyundai Ix20

CarHunch analysed 3,690 real MOT records for the 2016 Hyundai Ix20. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2016 Hyundai ix20 passes its MOT first time in 87.3% of cases, a solid 7.3 percentage points above the UK average, suggesting better-than-typical reliability—though the concerning finding is that one in four of these vehicles (25.0%) have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is a genuine buyer concern worth investigating on any example you view. Petrol versions edge out diesel slightly at 87.6% versus 85.2% pass rates, though both are respectable.

At an average mileage of 33,389 miles for a now eight-year-old model, these cars are running relatively light, which partly explains the good pass rate. The typical failure count of 1.17 per vehicle is low, but advisories average 6.2—mainly minor wear items—so expect routine maintenance costs to be modest if the dangerous defect history checks out. Before committing to any purchase, run a full service history check and ask the seller directly about any MOT advisories or failures, since that 25% dangerous defect figure suggests some batches of this model year had specific weak spots.

The 2016 Hyundai Ix20 has a decent first-time pass rate (87.3%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

87.3%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

25%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.17

Over 8.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

30k

Middle half: 21k–41k

For context

✅ Good baseline reliability. A 87.3% first-time pass rate puts this well above the UK average — it's a well-sorted vehicle in this age bracket.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 6.2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 3,690 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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What tends to go wrong

Across 3,690 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 35.2%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Brake wear 22.1%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Parking brake efficiency below requirements · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 11.1%

COVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION · Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt · Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2016.

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Before you buy a 2016 Hyundai Ix20

Based on MOT data from 3,690 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 25% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 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 →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (88%)	3,250	87.6%	1.15
Diesel (12%)	439	85.2%	1.37

Colour Breakdown

Based on 29,910 Hyundai Ix20 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 25.9%

7,748

Blue 24.1%

7,199

Grey 18.9%

5,664

Silver 12.8%

3,821

Red 9.4%

2,822

Black 8.8%

2,638

Green 0.1%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2016 Hyundai Ix20 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.

29,847

typical

20,591

low mileage

40,730

high mileage

Half of all 2016 Hyundai Ix20 vehicles fall between 20,591 and 40,730 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 20,591 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.

✓ 20,591–40,730 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2016 Hyundai Ix20s sit.

⚠ Over 54,985 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2016 Hyundai Ix20 — Still on the Road

Almost all 2016 Hyundai Ix20s are still on the road.

Strong survival — 3,568 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 99% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2019–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.17

Avg failures per vehicle

6.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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