Hyundai I10
From 267,082 MOT tests. Average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
Newer I10s fare better: 2021 models pass at 85.8% vs 65.6% for 2008.
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, caused 5,634 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 5,634 |
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 5,151 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 4,829 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 4,567 |
| a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc | 4,333 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 4,255 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 4,021 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 4,020 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 3,271 |
| parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 3,163 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. 37% of failures are serious: 37% are safety issues (brakes, steering, tyre damage) and 0% could actually leave you stranded. That's close to the 44.4% average across all models. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £76.
The warranty question
A 3-year-old I10 passes its MOT 89.3% of the time. By 7 years old that drops to 82.6%, a 6.7 percentage point fall, right as the manufacturer warranty runs out. At 10 years it's down to 71.4%.
Hyundai I10 on UK roads
The fleet is growing: 14,697 newly registered in the past year with 4,231 leaving, a net gain of 10,466. Currently at its highest numbers ever.
Quarterly breakdown
| Quarter | On road | SORN | New | Gone | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Q3 | 273,618 | 4,806 | +3,064 | -1,432 | +1,632 |
| 2025 Q2 | 272,211 | 4,581 | +3,951 | -758 | +3,193 |
| 2025 Q1 | 269,101 | 4,498 | +4,245 | -1,317 | +2,928 |
| 2024 Q4 | 266,541 | 4,130 | +3,437 | -724 | +2,713 |
| 2024 Q3 | 264,190 | 3,768 | +4,229 | -1,652 | +2,577 |
| 2024 Q2 | 261,854 | 3,527 | +1,968 | -970 | +998 |
| 2024 Q1 | 260,874 | 3,509 | +3,072 | -901 | +2,171 |
| 2023 Q4 | 258,969 | 3,243 | +2,075 | -116 | +1,959 |
20 variants on the road
| Variant | Fuel | Licensed | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| I10 Se | Petrol | 49,328 | 20% |
| I10 Classic | Petrol | 35,270 | 14% |
| I10 Active | Petrol | 25,350 | 10% |
| I10 Premium | Petrol | 24,855 | 10% |
| I10 Comfort | Petrol | 14,952 | 6% |
| I10 Se Auto | Petrol | 11,258 | 4% |
| I10 Premium Auto | Petrol | 8,666 | 3% |
| I10 Se Connect Mpi | Petrol | 8,518 | 3% |
| I10 Advance | Petrol | 8,380 | 3% |
| I10 Go Se | Petrol | 7,629 | 3% |
| I10 Advance Auto | Petrol | 6,580 | 3% |
| I10 Style | Petrol | 6,438 | 3% |
| I10 S | Petrol | 6,417 | 3% |
| I10 Premium Mpi | Petrol | 6,377 | 3% |
| I10 Premium Se | Petrol | 5,429 | 2% |
| I10 Play | Petrol | 5,400 | 2% |
| I10 Active Auto | Petrol | 5,297 | 2% |
| I10 Premium Mpi Auto | Petrol | 5,218 | 2% |
| I10 Premium Se Auto | Petrol | 4,962 | 2% |
| I10 Comfort Auto | Petrol | 4,719 | 2% |
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics, 2025 Q3. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 85.8% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, steering rack gaiter or ball joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
| 2020 | 89.3% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2019 | 84.7% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2018 | 83.9% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
10 earlier years
| 2017 | 84.1% | a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen |
| 2016 | 82.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2015 | 80.4% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm |
| 2014 | 76.4% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements |
| 2013 | 71.4% | a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2012 | 70.8% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2011 | 71.9% | brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2010 | 71.1% | parking brake efficiency below minimum requirement, a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning |
| 2009 | 68.2% | a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn |
| 2008 | 65.6% | a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc |
Typical mileage
Half of all I10s tested had between 51,029 and 87,752 miles on the clock.
At 70,655 median miles, the I10 has 0.032 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Hyundai models
| Hyundai I20 | 76.7% |
| Hyundai I30 | 72.6% |
| Hyundai Tucson | 84.5% |
| Hyundai Ix35 | 73.4% |
| Hyundai Ioniq | 88.1% |
Common questions
What is the Hyundai I10 MOT pass rate?
The Hyundai I10 has a 77.5% MOT pass rate based on 267,082 real MOT tests. This is around the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Hyundai I10?
The most common MOT failure on the Hyundai I10 is a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning, which caused 5,634 failures. Other common issues include wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen.
How many Hyundai I10s are on UK roads?
There are 273,618 Hyundai I10s currently licensed on UK roads, with 4,806 on SORN.
What is the typical mileage of a Hyundai I10 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Hyundai I10 is 70,655 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 51,029 and 87,752 miles.
Buying a used I10?
Start with the free tools. Look up the specific vehicle's MOT history on GOV.UK The mileage at each test will show if it's been wound back, and the advisory history tells you what's wearing. Cross-reference that against the typical failures above to see if anything looks unusual for this model.
The free data won't tell you about outstanding finance, theft markers, or write-off history. For that, you need a vehicle history check This is especially important on a private sale where you have fewer legal protections.
With a 77.5% pass rate and an average repair bill of £76 when things go wrong, budget accordingly.
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MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.