Hyundai I20 Element T-Gdi
From 1,642 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen and a tyre seriously damaged. The top issue, wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, caused 79 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.
| wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen | 79 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 12 |
| a tyre seriously damaged | 8 |
| wiper blade defective | 8 |
| a lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 7 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 6 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 4 |
| a tyre cords visible or damaged | 3 |
| brake disc or drum excessively weakened, insecure or fractured | 3 |
| a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm | 2 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 9.8% of I20 Element T-Gdi failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £34.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 87.4% | wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen |
Typical mileage
Half of all I20 Element T-Gdis tested had between 14,601 and 26,438 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 19,416 median miles, the I20 Element T-Gdi has 0.063 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Hyundai models
| Hyundai I10 | 77.5% |
| Hyundai I20 | 76.7% |
| Hyundai I30 | 72.6% |
| Hyundai Tucson | 84.5% |
| Hyundai Ix35 | 73.4% |
Common questions
What is the Hyundai I20 Element T-Gdi MOT pass rate?
The Hyundai I20 Element T-Gdi has a 87.7% MOT pass rate based on 1,642 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Hyundai I20 Element T-Gdi?
The most common MOT failure on the Hyundai I20 Element T-Gdi is wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, which caused 79 failures. Other common issues include windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen.
What is the typical mileage of a Hyundai I20 Element T-Gdi at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Hyundai I20 Element T-Gdi is 19,416 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 14,601 and 26,438 miles.
Buying a used I20 Element T-Gdi?
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.
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