2007 Hyundai i30: common problems and what to check
What gets flagged at MOT on 2007 Hyundai i30s, from 729 tests in 2025, plus known faults and what to look at before you buy one.
What stands out
Parts flagged at MOT more often on 2007 Hyundai i30s than on all cars registered in 2007.
- Anti-roll bar link joints4× usualHyundai i3016.7% All 2007 cars4.2%
Failed outright at MOT: 6.3%, against 1.5% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £60–£150 (one joint) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: Listen for knocking over bumps and check the rubber boots behind the wheels aren't split.
- Track rod ends3× usualHyundai i3017.4% All 2007 cars5.8%
Failed outright at MOT: 9.9%, against 2.5% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £50–£150 (one end, plus about £30–£50 if it needs a wheel alignment) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Listen for knocks when turning, and check the steering feels even.
- Ball joint2.6× usualHyundai i3016.2% All 2007 cars6.3%
Failed outright at MOT: 8.9%, against 3% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £60–£150 (one joint) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: Listen for knocking over bumps and check the rubber boots behind the wheels aren't split.
- Coil springs1.8× usualHyundai i3021% All 2007 cars11.7%
Failed outright at MOT: 0.7%, against 3.6% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £175–£400 (pair, one axle) ClickMechanicAt the viewing: Look behind each wheel for a snapped spring coil, and listen for a clunk or twang when turning the wheel lock to lock with the car stopped.
- Braking performance2.3× usualHyundai i3014.4% All 2007 cars6.3%
Failed outright at MOT: 6%, against 2.5% of all 2007 cars. The rest were advisories or minor defects.
Rough price £100–£350 our estimateAt the viewing: On a quiet road, brake firmly from about 30mph. The car should stop straight without pulling.
By area
The share of 2007 Hyundai i30 MOT tests where testers flagged each area, as a fail or an advisory. Rough prices are typical independent-garage costs.
- Suspension64% of testsRough price £120–£400
At the viewing: Listen for knocks over speed bumps, and look behind each front wheel for a snapped coil spring.
- Brakes47% of testsRough price £150–£350
At the viewing: Look for a lip on the disc edges and feel for judder or pulling when braking firmly from about 40mph.
- Lights and electrics41% of testsRough price £10–£80
At the viewing: Ask a friend to check every light, including brake lights and indicators, while you operate them.
- Tyres36% of testsRough price £70–£150
At the viewing: Check the tread on all four tyres, including the inside edges, and look for cracks or bulges.
- Exhaust and emissions13% of testsRough price £100–£1,200
At the viewing: Look for black soot in the tailpipe, listen for blowing from the exhaust and check for engine or DPF warning lights.
- Steering13% of testsRough price £100–£450
At the viewing: On a straight road the steering wheel should sit straight. Feel for play or knocking when turning.
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Other years
| Year | MOT tests | Most flagged |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1,076 | Tyres 22% |
| 2021 | 1,284 | Tyres 25% |
| 2020 | 1,535 | Tyres 27% |
| 2019 | 4,153 | Tyres 29% |
| 2018 | 7,349 | Tyres 32% |
| 2017 | 6,727 | Tyres 30% |
| 2016 | 9,432 | Tyres 32% |
| 2015 | 13,472 | Tyres 33% |
| 2014 | 9,671 | Suspension 38% |
| 2013 | 10,152 | Suspension 43% |
| 2012 | 8,416 | Suspension 49% |
| 2011 | 8,382 | Suspension 48% |
| 2010 | 9,295 | Suspension 55% |
| 2009 | 7,558 | Suspension 57% |
| 2008 | 2,120 | Suspension 65% |
Where this comes from: the DVSA's anonymised results for every MOT test in Great Britain in 2025, counting tests of 2007 Hyundai i30s registered in 2007. "Flagged" includes advisories, so it isn't the same as a fail rate. How we score