2019 Hyundai Ix20 — MOT failures & pass rate
6,502 MOT tests on the 2019 Hyundai Ix20 are in this dataset, and 94.1% of them passed. Against MPVs of a similar age (11.5% fail rate), the 2019 Ix20 comes out 5.6pp better. Failures cluster in visibility, tyres and lighting & signalling.
What the MOT record shows
No single area dominates — visibility (4.5%) and tyres (2.0%) are close, so failures are spread across several systems rather than one weak point.
At component level the recurring items are wipers, headlamp aim and washers — wipers alone was recorded 318 times.
Condition tracks the odometer closely. Failures run at 4.7% in the 0-30k band and 13.6% in the 60-90k band, a 8.9-point spread — more than double.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 15.4% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Visibility | 4.5% | 295 |
| 2 | Tyres | 2.0% | 130 |
| 3 | Lighting & signalling | 2.0% | 128 |
| 4 | Brakes | 1.6% | 102 |
| 5 | Suspension | 0.4% | 29 |
| 6 | Other defects | 0.2% | 11 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wipers | 318 |
| 2 | Headlamp aim | 94 |
| 3 | Washers | 62 |
| 4 | Brake pads | 60 |
| 5 | Rbt (sp) | 32 |
| 6 | Shock absorbers | 29 |
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 | 15.4% | 1,002 |
| 2 | Brakes | 8.3% | 542 |
| 3 | Other defects | 4.7% | 305 |
| 4 | Visibility | 2.8% | 182 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 0.7% | 46 |
| 6 | Suspension | 0.7% | 44 |
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 | 5,199 | 4.7% |
| 30-60k | 1,201 | 10.1% |
| 60-90k | 88 | 13.6% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 59 | 6.8% |
| 2022 | 1,624 | 4.0% |
| 2023 | 1,633 | 6.0% |
| 2024 | 1,575 | 6.7% |
| 2025 | 1,611 | 6.8% |
What to check before buying a 2019 Ix20
On a 2019 Ix20, visibility is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 4.5% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Visibility (4.5% 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.
- Tyres (2.0% 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.
- 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.
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 2019 Hyundai Ix20s pass their MOT?
94.1% of the 6,502 2019 Hyundai Ix20 MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 5.9% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2019 Hyundai Ix20?
Visibility, recorded in 4.5% of tests, followed by tyres (2.0%).
Does the 2019 Ix20 get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 4.7% in the 0-30k band to 13.6% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,502 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.