2021 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi Auto — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 1,261 MOT tests analysed for the 2021 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi Auto, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 91.8% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.2%).
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 7.6% | 96 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.7% | 34 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.9% | 24 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.4% | 17 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 5 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 4 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 108 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 26 |
| 3 | Washers | 20 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 10 |
| 5 | Horn | 6 |
| 6 | Stop lamp | 5 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 11.1% | 140 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.3% | 67 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.6% | 58 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.9% | 36 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 11 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.6% | 8 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 999 | 8.1% |
| 30-60k | 256 | 8.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 623 | 9.3% |
| 2025 | 623 | 7.2% |
What to check before buying a 2021 I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi Auto
Before buying a 2021 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi Auto, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 7.6% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (7.6% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Lighting & signalling (2.7% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (1.9% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2021 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi Autos pass their MOT?
91.8% of the 1,261 2021 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi Auto MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 8.3% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2021 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi Auto?
Visibility, recorded in 7.6% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.7%).
Does the 2021 I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi Auto get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.1% in the 0-30k band to 8.6% in the 30-60k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 1,261 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.