Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) (2010-2019) reliability
Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) built around 2018: fails its MOT less often than average
Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) models built around 2018 fail their MOT less often than similar cars the same age.
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Key figure
12% of MOT tests on Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) models built around 2018 ended in a fail (retests included), against 22% for similar cars the same age.
Most common issue
The most common MOT issue on Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) models built around 2018 involves the tyres.
Based on 37,320 tests of ix20 models registered 2010-2019.
About 1 in 100 ix20 Mk1 (JC) MOTs (1%) failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. That's for cars built around 2018 (7 years old), all fuels combined.
Based on 3,239 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted. Nor is a fail with no later MOT on record.
About 1 in 20 ix20 Mk1 (JC) MOTs (4.5%) found at least one dangerous defect. These are cars built around 2018 (7 years old).
Based on 3,239 tests (DVSA MOT results, 2025). Dangerous is the most serious grade an MOT gives: a direct risk to road safety.
Mk1 (JC) fail rate by age
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs. Highest fail rate at 15 years old.
How the ix20 Mk1 (JC) compares
At each age below, see how the ix20 Mk1 (JC) holds up against other cars the same age. The averages combine all fuel types.
Based on 98,626 tests across 10 Hyundai models, built around 2018 (7 years old).
Fail rate is the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests. How we count fail rates Build years are worked out from age, so they are approximate. Tests counted are 2025 MOTs.
What to check before viewing
The model's most common MOT issues, turned into things you can ask about or look for.
Brake pads
High priorityAsk when the pads were last replaced and check the warning-light history.
Brake discs
High priorityAsk for the date and mileage of the last disc replacement; visually check for a deep wear lip and rust pitting on each disc.
Tyres
Worth checkingCheck tread depth across the full width on all four; uneven wear suggests alignment or suspension issues.
Vehicle-specific check
Worth checkingCheck the car’s number plate on MOT Wise to see its own MOT history and any recalls for its build years.
Other people carriers to compare
Other people carriers, with each one's figures taken at the same age as the ix20 Mk1 (JC).
- 1
Toyota Estima
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 17.7%
No clear edge over the Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) on these figures.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate and recalls only.
1,057 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 2
Ford Tourneo
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 21.4%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 89.2%
No clear edge over the Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) on these figures.
Some figures could not be compared for these two cars. So this comparison uses the fail rate, share still registered and recalls only.
3,550 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 3
Vauxhall Zafira
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 20.3%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 89.7%
No clear edge over the Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) on these figures.
3 critical recall campaigns matching this model/build period.
10,737 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- 4
Kia Venga
Same body type, tested at the same age
- Fail rate
- 11.8%
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- 0.7%
- Dangerous
- 3.3%
- Still registered at 10 years
- 96.8%
Fewer dangerous faults: 3.3%, against 4.5% for the Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC).
5,255 MOT tests on cars built around 2018
- Fail rate
- = the share of MOT tests that ended in a fail. Retests count as tests.
- Fail, no pass in 3 days
- = the share of MOT tests that failed and still hadn't passed 3 days later. A fail that passed a retest within 3 days, even the same day, isn't counted.
- Dangerous
- = the share of MOT tests where the tester marked a fault as dangerous. It is against the law to drive the car until it is fixed.
- Still registered at 10 years
- = the share of cars still registered (taxed or declared off the road) 10 years after they were first registered.
How many are still registered
UK average for cars first registered in 2014 to 2015: 92% · About typical
The share still registered can reflect demand, the cost of repairs, exports, write-offs and how owners use the car. It isn't proof of how long the car lasts mechanically.
Source: DfT vehicle licensing statistics (VEH0124).
Recall context
1 recall in all1 ix20 Mk1 (JC) recall covers cars built in these years.
- 1 recall
Top concerns
- Corrosion may affect handbrake performance
For the exact car, check GOV.UK's recall checker with the number plate.
What has gone wrong on ix20 Mk1 (JC) cars built around 2018
The share of petrol cars that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Based on 180 cars.
Fail rate by engine size, built around 2018 (7 years old)
Engine sizes across all petrol ix20 tests (not specific to Mk1 (JC)).
How ix20 Mk1 (JC) cars have aged
How ix20 Mk1 (JC) cars have aged
How fail rates have changed as these cars got older. Each line follows cars first registered in about the same year across several years of MOT data. Not a prediction for any one car.
How each part holds up as Mk1 (JC) cars age
How each part holds up as Mk1 (JC) cars age
The share of petrol cars built 2017-2020 that have ever failed an MOT on each part of the car. Rates usually rise with age, but can dip slightly as cars leave the road.
| Part of the car | 6 years | 7 years | 8 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension | No figure | 1% | 3% |
| Brakes | 6% | 4% | 19% |
| Emissions | No figure | 1% | No figure |
| Tyres | 1% | 9% | 11% |
| Lighting | 4% | 4% | 5% |
Based on petrol cars in the 2017-2020 build-year band, from 111 to 259 cars at each age.
Mk1 (JC) variants compared
Most common issues on Hyundai ix20 models of this age
This list covers every Hyundai ix20 built around 2018, whichever generation it is. We don't have a defect list for the Mk1 (JC) on its own.
Most common advisories and fails
In order of the share of MOT tests that recorded each one
- 115.5%Advisory
Tyre worn close to the legal limit or worn on the edge
- 214.7%Advisory
Tyre slightly damaged, cracking or perishing
- 312.7%Advisory
Brake pads wearing thin
- 45.4%Advisory
Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
- 53.0%Advisory
Brake disc worn, but not excessively
Based on 3,239 tests
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Frequently asked questions
Built around 2018 (7 years old), the Hyundai ix20 Mk1 (JC) (2010-2019) fails MOTs noticeably less often than typical for this age. This is based on 3,239 7-year-old MOT tests from DVSA data. Each retest counts as a test.