Hyundai i30 (2018)

Estimated running costs and MOT pass rates from 12,719 MOT tests in 2024.

Annual Cost

£2,003

£167/month

MOT Pass Rate

89%

Good

Road Tax

£200

Standard rate/year

Est. Insurance

Grp 8-20

1353cc Petrol

Solid Option

89% pass rate, £2,003/year to run. 7 points above average.

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Petrol1353cc8 years old12,719 tests49k miles avg

Annual Running Costs

Fuel (Petrol, 1353cc)

~42 mpg

£1,398

Road Tax

Standard rate (from April 2017)

£200

MOT Test

£55

Predicted Repairs

£350

Total per year£2,003

Per month£167/mo

Per week£39/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 i30s from 2018 ended in a pass in 2024, when they were about 6 years old. That's based on 12,719 tests across the UK, retests included. The average mileage recorded at those tests was 48,610 miles.

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How Does It Compare?

Rank among 2018 models361st of 607(bottom half)

Rank among Hyundai models179th of 414(top half)

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

vs 2018 models average+0%(89% avg)

vs Hyundai average+6%(83% avg)

Mileage Analysis

48,610

Average miles

44,400

Expected for age

The average 2018 Hyundai i30 had 48,610 miles on the clock at its 2024 MOT, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

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Best Year to Buy?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 model has the highest MOT pass rate at 91%, while the 2008 model has the lowest at 69%. The 2018 scores 89%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger, so compare years of a similar age.

Hyundai i30 by Year

Year	Pass Rate	Tests	Avg Mileage
2021	91%	740	25,921 mi
2020	91%	3,228	34,148 mi
2019	91%	8,099	37,131 mi
2018	89%	12,719	48,610 mi
2017	86%	11,379	57,974 mi
2016	82%	15,560	67,978 mi
2015	80%	22,475	75,419 mi
2014	75%	17,337	83,134 mi
2013	73%	19,198	89,948 mi
2012	72%	15,885	96,956 mi
2011	72%	16,039	92,478 mi
2010	71%	19,076	96,511 mi
2009	72%	15,958	95,663 mi
2008	69%	4,656	110,815 mi
2007	70%	1,546	105,650 mi

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2016 · 998cc Petrol

£1,600/year

81%

-8%

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2016 · 1398cc Petrol

£2,003/year

81%

-8%

Ford Focus

2016 · 1596cc Petrol

£2,078/year

87%

-2%

Nissan Qashqai

2017 · 1200cc Petrol

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86%

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About the 2018 Hyundai i30

The 2018 Hyundai i30 is a small family car. Our records list a 1353cc petrol engine, though engines vary between versions. 12,719 MOT tests were recorded on this model in 2024, making it one of the most commonly tested models on UK roads. Among all models from 2018, the average MOT pass rate is 89%, and this model matches that benchmark.

With an average of 48,610 miles recorded at its 2024 MOT tests, Hyundai i30 owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2018 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 £1,398 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 2018 Hyundai i30?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,003 (£167/month), broken down as £1,398 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.

Hyundai i30 Reliability Trend

Newer Hyundai i30s 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 2018 Hyundai i30

At 8 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 12,719 MOT tests in our data, there's strong statistical confidence in these figures.

What the 2018 Hyundai i30 Fails Its MOT On

Share of the 1,254 MOT tests on the 2018 Hyundai i30 that failed at the first attempt in 2025, next to all cars and vans of the same age.

Tyres41%
Same age: 29% (fails on this more often)
Brakes24%
Same age: 19%
Lights and electrics22%
Same age: 27%
Windscreen, wipers and mirrors20%
Same age: 16%

DVSA anonymised MOT data for 2025; a test that failed on two areas counts in both. How we count it · Hyundai i30 reliability, common problems and years to avoid

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.

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 2018 Hyundai i30 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 i30(2018)	89%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003
Ford Fiesta(2016)	81%	£1,175	£20	Grp 1-8	£1,600-£403
Vauxhall Corsa(2016)	81%	£1,398	£200	Grp 8-20	£2,003same
Ford Focus(2016)	87%	£1,398	£275	Grp 12-25	£2,078+£75
Nissan Qashqai(2017)	86%	£1,175	£200	Grp 5-15	£1,780-£223

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 2018 Hyundai i30

Is the 2018 Hyundai i30 reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. 89% of MOT tests on 2018 Hyundai i30s ended in a pass, from 12,719 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 2018 Hyundai i30 cost to run?

Our estimate is £2,003 a year (£167 a month): £1,398 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 2018 Hyundai i30?

89% of 12,719 MOT tests on the 2018 Hyundai i30 ended in a pass (DVSA MOT data for tests in 2024, retests included). That ranks it 361st of 607 models first registered in 2018 (bottom half).

Which year Hyundai i30 has the best MOT pass rate?

Of the years with at least 100 tests, the 2019 Hyundai i30 has the highest MOT pass rate at 91% and the 2008 the lowest at 69%. Newer cars usually pass more often simply because they are younger and have done fewer miles.

What is the average mileage for a 2018 Hyundai i30?

The average mileage recorded at MOT tests on the 2018 Hyundai i30 is 48,610 miles, which is in line with the expected 44,400 miles for a 6-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.