Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi (2021)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 4,619 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,780

£148/month

MOT Pass Rate

89%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

998cc Petrol

Solid Option

89% pass rate, £1,780/year to run. 7 points above average.

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Petrol998cc5 years old4,619 tests18k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)

~50 mpg

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£1,780

Per month£148/mo

Per week£34/wk

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), petrol at 174.57p a litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026), GOV.UK road tax rates and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included. Cars registered from April 2017 pay the £200 standard rate, plus £440 a year for five years (from the second year) if they cost over £40,000 new (over £50,000 for electric cars).

Reliability Verdict

89% MOT pass rate(Good)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's 7 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Hyundai brand average of 83%.

89% of MOT tests on Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpis from 2021 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 3 years old. That's based on 4,619 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 17,831 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2021 models2623rd of 3,336(bottom 22%)

Rank among Hyundai models182nd of 414(top half)

vs average of all models+7%(82% avg)

vs 2021 models average-3%(92% avg)

vs Hyundai average+6%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

17,831

Average miles

22,200

Expected for age

The average 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi had 17,831 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 93%, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 89%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2022	92%	211	16,259 mi
2021	89%	4,619	17,831 mi
2020	93%	3,417	19,897 mi

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Ford Fiesta

2019 · 998cc Petrol

£1,630/year

91%

+2%

Volkswagen Golf

2019 · 1498cc Petrol

£1,853/year

92%

+3%

Vauxhall Corsa

2019 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,003/year

88%

-1%

Audi A3

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£1,630/year

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About the 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi

The 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi is a city car. Our records list a 998cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 4,619 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 22% of 2021 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 17,831 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi Fuel Costs

The modest 998cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,175 per year with petrol at 174.57p per litre (GOV.UK weekly average, week of 19 October 2026; based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,780 (£148/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 89% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi

At 5 years old, the Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost.

Common Issues to Watch For

These are typical issues for cars of this age, fuel type and engine size, not faults recorded on this model's MOT tests. Use them as a checklist when you view one.

Coil Pack Failure

Medium risk

Smaller petrol engines are prone to ignition coil failures, causing misfires and rough running. Replacement is £50-£150 per coil.

Service History

Low risk

Always request a full service history. Regular servicing is the single best indicator of how well a car has been maintained, regardless of mileage.

Running Costs Compared

How the 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi stacks up against similar cars for estimated annual running costs, insurance group, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Est. Ins. Group	Total/yr
Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi(2021)	89%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,780
Ford Fiesta(2019)	91%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£150
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£73
Vauxhall Corsa(2019)	88%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£223
Audi A3(2019)	92%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630-£150

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, GOV.UK average pump prices for the week of 19 October 2026, GOV.UK road tax rates and MOT data. Insurance groups are our rough estimate from engine size, not official groups. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.

Questions about the 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi

Is the 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 89% of MOT tests on 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpis ended in a pass, from 4,619 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 7 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,780 a year (£148 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £350 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi?

89% of 4,619 MOT tests on the 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 2623rd of 3,336 models first registered in 2021 (bottom 22%).

Which year Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi has the highest MOT pass rate at 93% and the 2021 the lowest at 89%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2021 Hyundai i10 SE Connect Mpi is 17,831 miles, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.