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HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI (2021)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,904 real MOT tests in 2024.

MOT Pass Rate

90%

Total Tests (2024)

1,904

Avg Mileage

20,636 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,400

Is the 2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI reliable?

Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the HYUNDAI brand average of 83%.

At 3 years old, 90% of HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDIs from 2021 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,904 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 20,636 miles.

How does the 2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI compare?

Rank among all 2021 cars2461th out of 3,373(top 73%)
Rank among all HYUNDAI models161th out of 417(top 39%)
vs national average+8% (82% avg)
vs 2021 cars average-2% (92% avg)
vs HYUNDAI average+7% (83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI has 20,636 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 22,200 miles for a 3-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI?

The most reliable year is the 2022 model with a 92% MOT pass rate, while the 2021 model has the lowest at 90%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI cost to run?

Fuel (Petrol, 998cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£190
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£200
Total per year£1,400
Per month£117/mo

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

HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202292%7922,323 mi
202190%1,90420,636 mi
202091%22323,367 mi

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About the 2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI

The 2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI is a city car with a 998cc petrol engine. 1,904 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. Among all cars from 2021, the average MOT pass rate is 92%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 20,636 miles at 3 years old, HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI 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 2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,400 117/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £190 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.

HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI Reliability Trend

The HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 0 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2021 HYUNDAI I20 PREMIUM MHEV T-GDI

At 3 years old, this is still relatively fresh. You may find examples with remaining manufacturer warranty. Depreciation is slowing but hasn't bottomed out yet.

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