2018 Hyundai I30 1.0L Petrol · EK18 HKA
2018 Hyundai I30 (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 47,309 miles. MOT expired on 22 Mar 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI I30
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,309 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
EK18 HKA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2025
- 47,309 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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EK18 HKA Mileage History
- 21/03/202225,847 mi
- 13/03/202332,955 mi+7,108 mi
- 12/03/202439,955 mi+7,000 mi
- 11/03/202547,309 mi+7,354 mi
Average of roughly 7,220 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
EK18 HKA MOT History
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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Hyundai I30 (EK18 HKA) between March 2022 and March 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This is a strong candidate for buyers seeking a low-mileage, recent-model hatchback. The clean MOT record across four consecutive years suggests a consistent standard of compliance.
When inspecting this specific i30, focus on verifying the service history to complement the clean MOT record, as the MOT only confirms the vehicle met minimum legal standards at the time of testing. Given the 998cc engine size, check that the service intervals have been strictly adhered to, as smaller turbocharged engines can be sensitive to maintenance schedules.
Negotiate based on the documented mileage and the fact that it has passed four tests without a single failure. While the MOT history is clean, always perform a physical inspection of the tyres and brake pads, as these are the most common failure points for this model across the wider dataset.
The 998cc petrol engine is designed for efficiency, likely placing this vehicle in a lower insurance group and tax band compared to larger displacement models. Fuel economy should be competitive for a hatchback of this era, making it suitable for both urban and motorway driving.
Maintenance costs are expected to be typical for a mid-range hatchback. While the MOT history shows no recent failures, you should budget for routine consumables such as tyres and brake components, which are identified as frequent replacement items for the i30 model aggregate.
Although this specific vehicle has no recorded MOT failures, the aggregate data for the Hyundai i30 highlights tyres, brake pads, and suspension arms as the most frequent reasons for failure. You should pay close attention to the tread depth and condition of the tyres and check for any signs of uneven wear which could indicate suspension issues.
Additionally, inspect the brake pads and discs for thickness and any signs of scoring. Given that this is a 2018 model, it is also worth checking the condition of any rubber components and bushings to ensure they haven't perished, even if they haven't triggered an MOT advisory yet.
This 2018 Red Hyundai i30 features a 998cc petrol engine and has covered 47,309 miles as of its last MOT in March 2025. The vehicle has a consistent history of passing its MOT tests without any recorded defects or failures since its first test in 2022. With an annual mileage profile that aligns closely with model averages, it represents a well-documented example of this specific engine variant.
The Hyundai i30 shows a 78.2% average MOT pass rate across the 111,339 vehicles analysed in our database.
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