2009 Hyundai I10 — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 126,495 MOT tests analysed for the 2009 Hyundai I10, the most common recorded failure areas were lighting & signalling, brakes and suspension. Its pass rate of 76.5% was above the average for city cars of a similar age (74.0%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 32.1% in the 150k+ group versus 14.9% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 15.4% | 19,535 |
| 2 | Brakes | 9.4% | 11,904 |
| 3 | Suspension | 7.9% | 10,015 |
| 4 | Tyres | 6.0% | 7,592 |
| 5 | Visibility | 5.9% | 7,417 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 1.8% | 2,307 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Position lamp | 8,085 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 7,062 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 5,970 |
| 4 | Wipers | 5,563 |
| 5 | Service brake performance | 4,335 |
| 6 | Rigid brake pipes | 3,922 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Suspension | 34.2% | 43,218 |
| 2 | Brakes | 30.6% | 38,774 |
| 3 | Tyres | 27.8% | 35,195 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 16.4% | 20,803 |
| 5 | Other defects | 8.9% | 11,296 |
| 6 | Emissions & environmental | 6.2% | 7,806 |
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 | 13,802 | 14.9% |
| 30-60k | 44,810 | 20.8% |
| 60-90k | 42,253 | 25.8% |
| 90-120k | 19,439 | 28.7% |
| 120-150k | 5,044 | 29.9% |
| 150k+ | 1,132 | 32.1% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 26,463 | 21.6% |
| 2022 | 26,072 | 22.6% |
| 2023 | 25,658 | 23.4% |
| 2024 | 24,857 | 24.8% |
| 2025 | 23,445 | 25.4% |
What to check before buying a 2009 I10
Before buying a 2009 Hyundai I10, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Lighting & signalling accounted for 15.4% of tests for this year.
- Lighting & signalling (15.4% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Brakes (9.4% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
- Suspension (7.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
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 2009 Hyundai I10s pass their MOT?
76.5% of the 126,495 2009 Hyundai I10 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 23.5% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2009 Hyundai I10?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 15.4% of tests, followed by brakes (9.4%).
Does the 2009 I10 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 14.9% in the 0-30k band to 32.1% in the 150k+ band.
Methodology & source. Based on 126,495 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.