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Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto reliable? We analysed 1,332 real MOT tests across 255 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,332 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
83.6%
Typical Mileage
64,884mi
Annual Mileage
6,579mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
yrs

The Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto.

Specifications

Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto — specs & performance

Verified from DVLA & DVSA records

A snapshot of the engine, performance, dimensions, fuel economy and running costs for the Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto — drawn from official DVLA vehicle records and the DVSA fuel-economy database.

1582cc
Engine
110bhp
Power
12.3sec
0–62 mph
51.4mpg
Combined
145g/km
CO₂

Engine & Performance

Engine size
1582cc
Power
110 BHP
0–62 mph
12.3 sec
Fuel type
Diesel

Body & Dimensions

Body type
Car
Common colour
Blue
Wheel plan
2 Axle Rigid Body

Fuel Economy

Combined
51.4 mpg
Urban
39.2 mpg
Extra-urban
62.5 mpg
Fuel cost / 12k mi
£1836

Tax & Emissions

CO2 output
145 g/km Band F
Emission class
5b
Road tax (12 mo.)
£160
Road tax (6 mo.)
£88
Insurance group
10 of 50
Sources: DVLA vehicle register · DVSA fuel-economy database · VCA emissions data. Specifications reflect a representative Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto record and may vary by trim, year and option pack.

Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
4,287 mi/yr
Typical
6,579 mi/yr
Average
7,106 mi/yr
Heavy usage
9,409 mi/yr

Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
64,884 mi
75th Percentile
88,260 mi
95th Percentile
126,548 mi
Max Recorded
173,534 mi

How Does the Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto THIS CAR 83.6% 1,332 64,884 mi — yrs
Hyundai I10 80.4% 2,829,935 35,978 mi 18 yrs
Hyundai I20 80.2% 1,488,641 45,118 mi 17 yrs
Hyundai I30 76.5% 1,479,391 57,858 mi 19 yrs
Rover 105 82.3% 560 56,756 mi 69 yrs

Compared to the Hyundai I10 (80.4% pass rate) and the Hyundai I20 (80.2% pass rate), the Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto?

The Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto has an overall MOT pass rate of 83.6% across 1,332 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

A typical Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto owner drives around 6,579 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto reliable?
Based on 1,332 MOT tests, the Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto has a 83.6% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto?
The most common failure point is general wear and tear.
How many miles does a Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto do per year?
The typical Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto does around 6,579 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto last?
Lifespan data is not yet available for this model.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Hyundai I30 Active CRDI Auto?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.