2010 Hyundai IX20 1.4L Diesel · VN60 VND
2010 Hyundai IX20 (1.4L, diesel). First registered 29 Nov 2010. Recorded mileage 130,731 miles. MOT expired on 24 Aug 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- HYUNDAI IX20
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,731 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VN60 VND Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2025
- 130,731 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VN60 VND MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Hyundai Ix20 (VN60 VND) between September 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
VN60 VND Mileage History
- 20/09/2023123,254 mi
- 26/09/2023123,256 mi+2 mi
- 26/08/2024127,545 mi+4,289 mi
- 09/08/2025130,693 mi+3,148 mi
- 22/08/2025130,731 mi+38 mi
Average of roughly 3,890 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Hyundai ix20
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2010 Hyundai ix20 diesel carries a
When inspecting this vehicle, examine the physical paper or digital service trail to verify whether recurring items like the front suspension arm ball joint dust covers—which were noted as severely deteriorated across multiple years—have actually been replaced rather than just patched over. Negotiate the price firmly based on the substantial repair history, keeping in mind that high-mileage diesel cars of this age require budget set aside for unexpected mechanical upkeep.
Ensure you test drive the car to check for any hidden suspension knocks or binding brakes, as the 2025 MOT test recorded a severely leaking offside front shock absorber, excessively binding offside rear service brake, and seriously weakened nearside rear brake disc just weeks before it passed. A professional independent inspection is strongly advised given the volume of recent test failures.
Equipped with a 1.4-litre diesel engine, this ix20 should offer reasonable fuel economy for daily commuting and longer motorway journeys, though diesel particulate filter (DPF) health should be considered given the mileage. Vehicle Excise Duty (road tax) will depend on its specific carbon emissions band for the 2010 model year, while insurance falls into a modest group typical for compact MPVs.
Maintenance costs may be higher than average due to the vehicle's mileage (130,731 miles) and the recurrent suspension and braking wear highlighted in its test records. Anticipate typical annual running costs covering fuel, tax, insurance, and routine servicing to range between £1,200 and £1,600.
Pay close attention to the suspension system. The 2025 test noted severely deteriorated front suspension arm ball joint dust covers on both sides (a recurring advisory seen also in 2024), a nearside front shock absorber with light misting of oil, and an offside front shock absorber that previously suffered a serious fluid leak. Check for uneven tyre wear and bouncy handling.
Inspect the braking system thoroughly. The August 2025 failure log detailed a seriously weakened nearside rear brake disc, brake pads less than 1.5mm thick, and an offside rear service brake that was excessively binding, alongside disc wear noted in 2023. Additionally, check all electrical systems, as past tests recorded inoperative position lamps, incorrect headlamp aim, and non-working windscreen washers.
First registered in November 2010, this red Hyundai ix20 with a 1.4L diesel engine has covered 130,731 miles as of its August 2025 MOT test. The vehicle's history shows a pattern of failures across 2023 and 2025, involving worn brake components, suspension wear, and lighting issues. While it secured a pass in August 2025, it accumulated notable advisories that require careful scrutiny.
No specific aggregate reliability data is available for the Hyundai ix20, making individual inspection of this vehicle's service and MOT record essential.
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Common Problems: HYUNDAI IX20
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Track rod end wear and EPS column rattle or heaviness(Serious)
Steering is the ix20's measured weakness: Get Car Wise's MOT analysis finds track rod end ball joints wearing prematurely, with hundreds of tests recording excessive play and even serious-risk-of-detachment categories - far above the people-carrier class average. Fault File records owners reporting a rattle or knock through the electric power steering column plus heavy, inconsistent steering at parking speeds that dealers struggled to cure even with repeated rack and column replacement. It is a cheap part to fix if caught as an advisory (£100-£180 per track rod end) and an MOT failure and safety risk if not.
- CRDi EGR and DPF clogging with software power-loss(Moderate)
The diesel ix20 is the classic urban-mum MPV engine used outside its comfort zone: Fault File records flat spots and lost power under acceleration traced to EGR valve wear, sticking injectors and a DPF that never regenerates on short runs, sometimes letting fuel dilute the sump; Get Car Wise tracks the same blockage as the top diesel concern, with limp mode and expensive cleaning or replacement. RAC's owners' survey adds a distinct twist - at least one pull-away power loss was cured by dealer software, and others reported the stop-start system simply dying.
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- Track rod end wear and EPS column rattle or heavinessSerious
Steering is the ix20's measured weakness: Get Car Wise's MOT analysis finds track rod end ball joints wearing prematurely, with hundreds of tests recording excessive play and even serious-risk-of-detachment categories - far above the people-carrier class average. Fault File records owners reporting a rattle or knock through the electric power steering column plus heavy, inconsistent steering at parking speeds that dealers struggled to cure even with repeated rack and column replacement. It is a cheap part to fix if caught as an advisory (£100-£180 per track rod end) and an MOT failure and safety risk if not.
- CRDi EGR and DPF clogging with software power-lossModerate
The diesel ix20 is the classic urban-mum MPV engine used outside its comfort zone: Fault File records flat spots and lost power under acceleration traced to EGR valve wear, sticking injectors and a DPF that never regenerates on short runs, sometimes letting fuel dilute the sump; Get Car Wise tracks the same blockage as the top diesel concern, with limp mode and expensive cleaning or replacement. RAC's owners' survey adds a distinct twist - at least one pull-away power loss was cured by dealer software, and others reported the stop-start system simply dying.
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