Is the 2020 HYUNDAI I20 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of HYUNDAI I20s from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026, based on 6,081 tests. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%.

How much does a 2020 HYUNDAI I20 cost to run?

Estimated annual running cost is £1,405 (£117/month), including £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 HYUNDAI I20?

The 2020 HYUNDAI I20 has a 94% MOT pass rate based on 6,081 tests in 2026. This ranks 651 out of 2596 cars from 2020.

Which year HYUNDAI I20 is most reliable?

The 2020 HYUNDAI I20 has the highest MOT pass rate at 94%. The least reliable year is 2009 at 74%.

HYUNDAI I20 (2020)

Q: What is the average mileage for a 2020 HYUNDAI I20?

The average mileage for a 2020 HYUNDAI I20 is 26,315 miles, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 6,081 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,405

£117/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 1-8

998cc Petrol

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £1405/year to run. 12 points above average.

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Petrol998cc6 years old6,081 tests26k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)

~50 mpg

£955

Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,405

Per month£117/mo

Per week£27/wk

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT data. Insurance not included.

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Reliability Verdict

94% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%National avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.

At 6 years old, 94% of HYUNDAI I20s from 2020 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 6,081 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 26,315 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 cars651th of 2,596(top 25%)

Rank among HYUNDAI models54th of 417(top 13%)

vs national average+12%(82% avg)

vs 2020 cars average+2%(92% avg)

vs HYUNDAI average+11%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

26,315

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2020 HYUNDAI I20 has 26,315 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

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HYUNDAI I20 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	92%	229	23,504 mi
2020	94%	6,081	26,315 mi
2019	92%	11,367	32,116 mi
2018	90%	13,339	39,854 mi
2017	89%	17,826	47,359 mi
2016	87%	21,403	53,699 mi
2015	86%	20,289	61,089 mi
2014	81%	20,858	62,454 mi
2013	77%	21,255	67,783 mi
2012	75%	16,576	72,704 mi
2011	75%	16,743	81,075 mi
2010	75%	16,887	82,204 mi
2009	74%	16,235	84,733 mi
2008	77%	143	83,225 mi

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VOLKSWAGEN GOLF

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About the 2020 HYUNDAI I20

The 2020 HYUNDAI I20 is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 6,081 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2020 cars for reliability.

With an average of 26,315 miles at 6 years old, HYUNDAI I20 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2020 HYUNDAI I20 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 £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2020 HYUNDAI I20?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,405 (£117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 94% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

HYUNDAI I20 Reliability Trend

Newer HYUNDAI I20s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2020 HYUNDAI I20

At 6 years old, the HYUNDAI I20 offers good value with plenty of life remaining. Most manufacturer warranties will have expired, so a pre-purchase inspection is worth the cost. With 6,081 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2020 HYUNDAI I20's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

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 2020 HYUNDAI I20 stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

Car	Pass Rate	Fuel/yr	Tax/yr	Insurance	Total/yr
HYUNDAI I20(2020)	94%	£955	£195	Grp 1-8	£1405
FORD FIESTA(2018)	90%	£955	£190	Grp 1-8	£1400-£5
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF(2019)	92%	£1137	£190	Grp 12-25	£1582+£177
VAUXHALL CORSA(2018)	85%	£1137	£190	Grp 8-20	£1732+£327
NISSAN QASHQAI(2018)	87%	£955	£190	Grp 5-15	£1550+£145

Estimates based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT data. Insurance groups are indicative. Actual costs vary by driver, location, and usage.