How reliable is the Hyundai I10?
Owner-reported reliability data: inspection results, typical mileage, and the most common failures.
The Hyundai I10 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. The most commonly reported issues are wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen, a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. Typical mileage by age and a year-by-year breakdown of reliability are shown below. All figures are owner-reported real-world data, not a marketing rating.
Above average reliability
Based on 55,342 inspection tests. First-time pass rate: 87.1%.
Hyundai I10 reliability by year
How the Hyundai I10 performs at first-time inspection, broken down by the year cohort. Empty cells mean we don't have enough owner-reported data for that year yet.
| Year cohort | Pass rate | Typical mileage @ 5 yrs |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 63.4% | – |
| 2009 | 68.9% | – |
| 2010 | 71.3% | – |
| 2011 | 73.9% | – |
| 2012 | 72.7% | – |
| 2013 | 74.6% | – |
| 2014 | 79.2% | – |
| 2015 | 83.5% | – |
| 2016 | 85.7% | – |
| 2017 | 87.1% | 50,635 km |
| 2018 | 88.4% | 42,311 km |
| 2019 | 89.3% | 41,789 km |
| 2020 | 92.6% | 42,147 km |
| 2021 | 90% | – |
Model-level pattern, not per-car prediction
These figures describe the Hyundai I10 as a model. The reliability of any individual Hyundai I10 also depends on service history, accident history, and how it was driven. Run a free VIN check to see the records attached to a specific car you're considering.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Hyundai I10 reliable?
Based on owner-reported inspection records, the Hyundai I10 consistently passes first-time inspections at an above-average rate. Its first-time inspection pass rate sits around 87%. Reliability varies by year and engine: see the year-by-year breakdown on this page for the specific cohort you're considering.
What are the common problems on the Hyundai I10?
The most common owner-reported issues are: Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen (1.9% of inspections); a brake lining or pad worn below 1.5mm (1.2% of inspections); Tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements (1.1% of inspections); Brake disc or drum significantly and obviously worn (1% of inspections); Windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen (0.8% of inspections).
What mileage is normal for a Hyundai I10?
For a typical Hyundai I10, owner-reported average mileage works out to about – at 3 years, 50,635 km at 5 years, and – at 10 years. The mileage section on this page shows the full distribution, high-use vs low-use cars often differ by a factor of three.
How do I check a specific Hyundai I10 before buying?
Enter the 17-character VIN on Carlytics. The free check shows decoded specs and open safety recalls. The full vehicle history report (from EUR 8.90) cross-references owner-reported issues, mileage records, and stolen-vehicle databases for the specific car, model-level reliability tells you the pattern, the VIN check tells you the car.