Hyundai i20 (2020)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 6,081 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£1,630

£136/month

MOT Pass Rate

94%

Excellent

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 1-8

998cc Petrol

Great Choice

94% pass rate, £1,630/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

£1,175

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

Low estimate due to excellent reliability

£200

Total per year£1,630

Per month£136/mo

Per week£31/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

94% MOT pass rate(Excellent)

0%All-model avg: 82%100%

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in our data. It also outperforms the Hyundai brand average of 83%.

94% of MOT tests on Hyundai i20s from 2020 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 4 years old. That's based on 6,081 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 26,315 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2020 models630th of 2,554(top 25%)

Rank among Hyundai models54th of 414(top 14%)

vs average of all models+12%(82% avg)

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

vs Hyundai average+11%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

26,315

Average miles

29,600

Expected for age

The average 2020 Hyundai i20 had 26,315 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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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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About the 2020 Hyundai i20

The 2020 Hyundai i20 is a city car. Our records list a 998cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 6,081 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It ranks in the top 25% of all 2020 models for MOT pass rate.

With an average of 26,315 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Hyundai i20 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

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 £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 2020 Hyundai i20?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,630 (£136/month), broken down as £1,175 fuel, £200 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 pass their MOT more often than older ones, by 14 percentage points on average, which is mostly down to age and wear.

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

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 2020 Hyundai i20 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 i20(2020)	94%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630
Ford Fiesta(2018)	90%	£1,175	£200	Grp 1-8	£1,630same
Volkswagen Golf(2019)	92%	£1,398	£200	Grp 12-25	£1,853+£223
Vauxhall Corsa(2018)	85%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003+£373
Nissan Qashqai(2018)	87%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780+£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 2020 Hyundai i20

Is the 2020 Hyundai i20 reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. 94% of MOT tests on 2020 Hyundai i20s ended in a pass, from 6,081 tests (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That's 12 points above the average of 82% across all models in the same data.

How much does a 2020 Hyundai i20 cost to run?

Our estimate is £1,630 a year (£136 a month): £1,175 fuel, £200 road tax, £55 MOT and £200 predicted repairs, based on 7,400 miles a year. Insurance is not included.

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2020 Hyundai i20?

94% of 6,081 MOT tests on the 2020 Hyundai i20 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 630th of 2,554 models first registered in 2020 (top 25%).

Which year Hyundai i20 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2020 Hyundai i20 has the highest MOT pass rate at 94% and the 2009 the lowest at 74%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2020 Hyundai i20?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2020 Hyundai i20 is 26,315 miles, which is in line with the expected 29,600 miles for a 4-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.