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HYUNDAI I30 (2017)

Running costs, reliability data, and common problems from 11,379 real MOT tests.

Annual Cost

£1,737

£145/month

MOT Pass Rate

86%

Good

Road Tax

£195

Flat rate/year

Insurance

Grp 8-20

1353cc Petrol

Solid Option

86% pass rate, £1737/year to run. Close to the national average.

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Petrol1353cc9 years old11,379 tests58k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1353cc)

~42 mpg

£1,137
Road Tax

Flat rate (post-2017)

£195
MOT Test
£55
Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,737
Per month£145/mo
Per week£33/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

86% MOT pass rate(Good)
0%National avg: 82%100%

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 9 years old, 86% of HYUNDAI I30s from 2017 passed their MOT first time in 2026. That's based on 11,379 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 57,974 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2017 cars386th of 579(top 67%)
Rank among HYUNDAI models224th of 417(top 54%)
vs national average+4%(82% avg)
vs 2017 cars average-1%(87% avg)
vs HYUNDAI average+3%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

57,974

Average miles

vs

66,600

Expected for age

The average 2017 HYUNDAI I30 has 57,974 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 66,600 miles for a 9-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

The most reliable year is the 2019 model with a 91% MOT pass rate, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2017 sits between the two at 86%.

HYUNDAI I30 by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202191%74025,921 mi
202091%3,22834,148 mi
201991%8,09937,131 mi
201889%12,71948,610 mi
201786%11,37957,974 mi
201682%15,56067,978 mi
201580%22,47575,419 mi
201475%17,33783,134 mi
201373%19,19889,948 mi
201272%15,88596,956 mi
201172%16,03992,478 mi
201071%19,07696,511 mi
200972%15,95895,663 mi
200869%4,656110,815 mi
200770%1,546105,650 mi

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About the 2017 HYUNDAI I30

The 2017 HYUNDAI I30 is a small family car with a 1353cc petrol engine. 11,379 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2026, making it one of the most commonly tested cars on UK roads. Among all cars from 2017, the average MOT pass rate is 87%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 57,974 miles at 9 years old, HYUNDAI I30 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2017 HYUNDAI I30 Fuel Costs

The 1353cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 42 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,137 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2017 HYUNDAI I30?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,737 145/month), broken down as £1137 fuel, £195 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 86% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

HYUNDAI I30 Reliability Trend

Newer HYUNDAI I30s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2017 HYUNDAI I30

At 9 years old, this is a solid used buy if you find one with good service history. Depreciation has levelled off, so you won't lose much more value. Focus on condition over mileage. If you're flexible on year, the 2019 model has the highest pass rate at 91%. With 11,379 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

Common Issues to Watch For

Based on the 2017 HYUNDAI I30's fuel type, age, and engine size, these are the most likely problem areas to check.

Suspension Wear

Medium risk

Shock absorbers, springs, and anti-roll bar links typically need attention around this age. Listen for clunks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear.

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 2017 HYUNDAI I30 stacks up against similar cars for annual running costs, insurance, and tax.

CarPass RateFuel/yrTax/yrInsuranceTotal/yr
HYUNDAI I30(2017)86%£1137£195Grp 8-20£1737
FORD FIESTA(2015)81%£955£30Grp 1-8£1390-£347
VAUXHALL CORSA(2015)78%£1137£30Grp 8-20£1722-£15
FORD FOCUS(2015)85%£1137£135Grp 12-25£1677-£60
NISSAN QASHQAI(2017)86%£955£190Grp 5-15£1550-£187

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.

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