2022 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,694 MOT tests analysed for the 2022 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi, the most common recorded failure areas were visibility, lighting & signalling and tyres. Its pass rate of 90.9% was in line with the average for cars of a similar age (91.8%). Higher-mileage examples failed more often — 20.0% in the 60-90k group versus 8.1% in the 0-30k group.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 9.5% | 256 |
| 2 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 55 |
| 3 | Tyres | 1.8% | 48 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.2% | 33 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.4% | 10 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.3% | 8 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 281 |
| 2 | Washers | 54 |
| 3 | Headlamp aim | 38 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 15 |
| 5 | Stop lamp | 9 |
| 6 | Service brake performance | 7 |
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 | 9.3% | 250 |
| 2 | Brakes | 5.8% | 156 |
| 3 | Other defects | 5.2% | 141 |
| 4 | Visibility | 4.5% | 122 |
| 5 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.7% | 18 |
| 6 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 18 |
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 | 2,050 | 8.1% |
| 30-60k | 614 | 11.7% |
| 60-90k | 30 | 20.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 193 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 2,496 | 9.1% |
What to check before buying a 2022 I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi
Before buying a 2022 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi, focus on the areas it most often fails on. Visibility accounted for 9.5% of tests for this year.
- Visibility (9.5% 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 (2.0% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Tyres (1.8% 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 2022 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdis pass their MOT?
90.9% of the 2,694 2022 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.1% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Hyundai I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi?
Visibility, recorded in 9.5% of tests, followed by lighting & signalling (2.0%).
Does the 2022 I20 Connect Mhev T-Gdi get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 8.1% in the 0-30k band to 20.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,694 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.