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How much is a Hyundai worth for scrap in 2026?
Hyundai is the UK’s leading Korean car brand by volume, sold under the Hyundai Motor Group alongside its sister brand Kia. The i10, i20, i30, Getz, ix35, Tucson, and Santa Fe are the highest-volume models on UK roads. Hyundai has a notable place in UK scrappage history: in 2008 it was the first manufacturer to introduce a scrappage scheme in the UK, running from April 2009 to March 2010 and enabling 45,000 customers to move into new, cleaner cars. The primary scrap triggers for Hyundai are the D4FB 1.6 CRDi engine EGR and DPF faults on i30 and ix35 diesel models, the Kappa engine G3LA/G4LA timing chain and VVT wear on the i10, accumulated age-related faults on high-mileage i10s (15% of all Hyundai scraps), and the EV battery considerations on IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, and Kona Electric models.
Why Do Hyundai Owners Scrap Their Cars?
Hyundai i30 and ix35
D4FB 1.6 CRDi Engine EGR Coolant Leak and DPF Fault P2002
Hyundai i10
Kappa Engine G3LA/G4LA Timing Chain and VVT Faults -- P0011 and P0014
The Hyundai i10 Mk1 (2007-2013) and Mk2 (2013-2019) are fitted with the Kappa petrol engine family. The 1.0-litre unit carries engine code G3LA. The 1.2-litre unit carries engine code G4LA. The Kappa is a Hyundai Motor Group engine, shared with the Kia Picanto, and represents Hyundai’s most widely deployed small petrol unit in the UK.
The Kappa engine uses a timing chain rather than a timing belt. On engines that have not had consistent oil changes — common on city cars used for short journeys with infrequent servicing — the timing chain tensioner wears and the chain stretches. The first symptom is a rattle from the top of the engine on cold start that disappears after 10 to 20 seconds as oil pressure builds. Owners frequently misidentify this as a normal cold-start sound. If the chain continues to wear, the variable valve timing system is affected, and the ECU logs fault codes P0011 (Camshaft Position A — Over-Advanced or System Performance, Bank 1) and P0014 (Camshaft Position B — Over-Advanced or System Performance, Bank 1). These codes indicate the VVT oil control valves are not receiving adequate oil pressure to function correctly, directly caused by dirty or low oil.
Timing chain replacement on the Kappa engine costs GBP 500 to GBP 900 at a Hyundai specialist. On a first-generation i10 with more than 100,000 miles and additional suspension or electrical faults, this repair frequently exceeds the vehicle’s value. The i10’s lightweight construction means its scrap value is modest — a running i10 with a repairable single-component fault will almost always return more via salvage than via straight scrap.
Hyundai Reliability
Lower Than Average Scrap Age
Hyundai Getz
End of Run and Growing Scrap Volume
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Hyundai Scrap and Salvage Prices by Model
Updated: February 2026
Model | Weight kg | Scrap GBP | Salvage GBP | Key Value Driver |
i10 (Mk1 2007-2013, Mk2 2013-2019) | 865-1,065 | 95-210 | 160-420 | 15% of all Hyundai scraps -- most scrapped Hyundai. Kappa engine G3LA/G4LA timing chain rattle + P0011/P0014 VVT codes main trigger. Lightweight = modest scrap value. Running i10 with single fault almost always worth more for salvage. |
i20 (Mk1 2008-2014, Mk2 2014-2020) | 1,015-1,185 | 110-235 | 185-450 | Getz replacement. 1.4 petrol most common UK version. Timing belt on 1.4 G4FA engine -- must be replaced at correct interval (every 60,000 miles). i20 N Line (2020+) modest salvage premium. |
i30 (Mk1-Mk3 2007-present) | 1,140-1,450 | 120-265 | 220-550 | Getz replacement. 1.4 petrol most common UK version. Timing belt on 1.4 G4FA engine -- must be replaced at correct interval (every 60,000 miles). i20 N Line (2020+) modest salvage premium. |
Getz (2002-2011) | 920-1,055 | 95-195 | 170-380 | Prominent in SCC most scrapped Hyundai data. G4HG 1.1 / G4EE 1.4 petrol engines. Timing belt failure (G4HG) if overdue. Rust on rear subframe and sills at 15+ years. No diesel variant sold UK. Growing scrap volume as fleet ages past 20 years. |
Tucson (Mk1 ix35 2009-2015, Mk2 2015-2020, Mk3 2020+) | 1,430-1,705 | 155-340 | 290-700 | Prominent in SCC most scrapped Hyundai data. G4HG 1.1 / G4EE 1.4 petrol engines. Timing belt failure (G4HG) if overdue. Rust on rear subframe and sills at 15+ years. No diesel variant sold UK. Growing scrap volume as fleet ages past 20 years. |
Kona / Kona Electric (2017-present) | 1,235-1,685 | 130-320 | 240-750 | Kona Electric 64kWh battery pack -- high-voltage battery depollution required at EV-certified ATF. Battery-owned Kona Electric has strong parts demand -- salvage almost always preferred over scrap. |
IONIQ 5 / IONIQ 6 (2021-present) | 1,985-2,100 | 220-480 | 500-2,500+ | 800V ultra-fast charging architecture (E-GMP platform) -- highest voltage EV in mainstream UK market. High-voltage battery depollution at specialist EV ATF required. IONIQ 5 and 6 almost always worth salvage or insurance write-off route over straight scrap. Rear-wheel steer on IONIQ 6 adds salvage parts premium. |
Santa Fe (Mk1-Mk4 2001-present) | 1,640-2,005 | 185-420 | 340-900 | Heaviest mainstream Hyundai -- best weight-based scrap return. GBP 5,000 was the maximum scrappage incentive on Santa Fe (2017 scheme). 2.2 CRDi diesel shares EGR pattern with D4FB family. Running Santa Fe almost always worth more for salvage. |
i800 / iMax MPV (2007-2017) | 1,760-1,990 | 200-390 | 370-950 | 8-seat MPV. Heavy = reasonable scrap return. 2.5 CRDi diesel (D4CB engine) common on i800. Running i800 with 8 seats and usable interior almost always worth more for salvage -- 8-seat market demand consistent. |
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Should You Scrap Your Hyundai or Sell It for Salvage?
Updated: February 2026
Scrap is the right choice when... | Salvage pays more when... |
D4FB engine with oil dilution damage -- DPF interruption has caused fuel in oil and bearing wear throughout | D4FB with P2002 DPF fault only (single fault, no oil dilution, no EGR leak) -- DPF replacement or clean is defined fix |
Kappa engine timing chain failure -- chain has jumped, bent valves, engine seized | Kappa i10 with P0011/P0014 VVT codes only (chain rattling but intact) -- oil change + chain tensioner fix is economic on a younger i10 |
D4FB EGR cooler + DPF + oil dilution combined -- total repair GBP 1,800-2,500+ is uneconomic | Any IONIQ 5 or IONIQ 6 -- salvage or insurance total loss route always superior to weight-based scrap |
Category B insurance write-off (crush-only designation) | i30 N (2.0 T-GDi Theta II, 250hp or 280hp) -- enthusiast and performance parts demand is strong regardless of condition |
Fire or flood damage throughout vehicle | Getz with running engine and good interior -- growing scarcity as fleet ages increases salvage premium |
Getz or first-gen i10 with rust on rear subframe, failed MOT structural category | Any running Tucson or Santa Fe -- weight and SUV parts demand consistently returns more than scrap |
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Scrapping a Hyundai IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, or Kona Electric
Updated: February 2026
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Hyundai launched the IONIQ 5 in 2021 and the IONIQ 6 in 2022. Both are built on the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), which uses an 800-volt high-voltage architecture. This is significant for scrapping because 800V systems require specialist discharge equipment — not all ATFs are equipped to safely handle 800V packs. Scrap a Vehicle uses only ATFs with appropriate EV certification for the specific voltage architecture of the vehicle.
The Kona Electric (2018-present) uses a 400V system with either a 39.2 kWh or 64 kWh battery. The 64 kWh Kona Electric battery has high salvage value due to second-life energy storage demand. A battery-owned Kona Electric with a repairable fault — charging system issue, 12V auxiliary battery failure, ICCU (Integrated Charging Control Unit) fault — should be assessed for salvage before being offered for scrap.
Hyundai also produced the ix35 Fuel Cell and Nexo hydrogen fuel cell vehicles in small numbers in the UK. These are extremely rare at scrap but require specialist handling: the compressed hydrogen storage system (at 700 bar operating pressure) must be safely depressurised by a qualified hydrogen vehicle specialist before any ATF can process the car. Contact Scrap a Vehicle before presenting a fuel cell Hyundai for collection — we will arrange the appropriate specialist.
Scrap or Salvage?
Scrap a Hyundai when the 1.0 EcoBoost wet belt has failed, the 1.6 TDCi timing belt has snapped, or the car is a Category B write-off. Sell for salvage when the engine runs and the fault is mechanical, electrical, or cosmetic. Focus ST and Mustang models should always be assessed for salvage.
Scrap It When...
- 1.0 EcoBoost wet belt failed (blocked oil pump)
- 1.6 TDCi timing belt snapped (engine bent)
- Transit TDCi engine seized from belt failure
- Category B insurance write-off (crush-only)
- Catalytic converter stolen or removed
Salvage Pays More When...
- Engine runs despite PowerShift DPS6 fault
- Post-2019 chain EcoBoost model (fault not engine)
- Transit with EcoBlue chain engine (gearbox issue)
- Focus ST or Fiesta ST with engine running
- Mustang Mach-E with battery intact
Enter your reg. The system simultaneously prices both scrap and salvage routes and presents the higher value.
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- Scheme Ended 2010
Hyundai Scrappage Scheme History and 2026 Status
No Hyundai scrappage scheme is currently active in 2026. The most recent Hyundai scrappage scheme ran from 1 September 2017 to 31 December 2017, offering up to GBP 5,000 off a new Santa Fe, GBP 4,000 off an i30, and GBP 3,500 off a Tucson. Hyundai has a unique place in UK scrappage history: it was the first car manufacturer to run a scrappage scheme in the UK, running from April 2009 to March 2010 — enabling 45,000 customers to trade in older cars before any other manufacturer had launched a scheme.
Hyundai’s original 2009-2010 scheme was launched in anticipation of the UK Government’s national scrappage scheme and ran independently. It enabled 45,000 customers to move into new, safer, and cleaner Hyundai models by scrapping cars that were more than 10 years old. No other mainstream manufacturer had a UK scrappage scheme in operation at the time of Hyundai’s launch.
The 2017 scheme ran from 1 September to 31 December 2017 and targeted cars registered before 31 December 2009 with Euro 1-4 emissions standards. Cars with Euro 1, 2, or 3 standards were scrapped under the scheme; Euro 4 cars were accepted as trade-ins. The full discount schedule for the 2017 scheme was: Santa Fe GBP 5,000; i30 GBP 4,000; Tucson GBP 3,500; i40 GBP 3,000; IONIQ Hybrid and ix20 GBP 2,000; i20 GBP 2,000; i10 GBP 1,500. A later extension added the Kona at GBP 1,750 and updated IONIQ incentives.
Hyundai has also noted it was the first manufacturer to bring a production hydrogen fuel cell vehicle to market globally, in 2014, with the ix35 Fuel Cell. This context is relevant for scrappage because the ix35 Fuel Cell requires specialist handling at end of life, as described in the EV and fuel cell section above.
London ULEZ Scrappage Scheme
available to eligible London residents with a non-ULEZ-compliant Hyundai. Pre-Euro 6 diesel and pre-Euro 4 petrol Hyundais are non-compliant. Check at tfl.gov.uk/check-your-vehicle.
Status:
Active
Birmingham Clean Air Zone
for qualifying residents earning GBP 30,000 or less working within the zone 18+ hours per week, who have owned a non-compliant vehicle since 10 September 2018.
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Active
Scotland LEZ Fund
check gov.scot for current eligibility and application deadlines.
Status:
Check Eligibility
Hyundai Scheme: Inactive
Scrapping through a licensed ATF provides the best return without eligibility restrictions.
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Legal Requirements When Scrapping a Hyundai in the UK
Licensed ATF only
No cash payments
Notify DVLA
Certificate of Destruction
Road Tax Refund
IONIQ 5 / IONIQ 6 800V battery
Kona Electric 400V battery
ix35 Fuel Cell / Nexo hydrogen
How to Scrap Your Hyundai
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Get your guaranteed quote in 30 seconds
Enter your Hyundai registration and postcode at scrapeavehicle.co.uk. The system retrieves DVLA data and simultaneously prices both scrap and salvage routes, returning the higher value. For the i10 -- lightweight and modest scrap value -- this comparison is particularly important. A guaranteed price is returned in 30 seconds.
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Book free collection -- same day or next day across most UK postcodes
Accept the quote and choose a collection slot. A flatbed recovery vehicle is dispatched. Your Hyundai does not need to start, drive, or have a current MOT. Non-runners, D4FB diesel faults, Kappa engine timing chain failures, and accident-damaged models are all collected on the same terms.
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Receive payment by bank transfer on the same day -- DVLA notified automatically
Bank transfer is sent while the driver is on site. DVLA notification is submitted on your behalf. Your Certificate of Destruction arrives within 7 days. Any remaining full VED months are automatically refunded by DVLA to your registered address.
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Note for EV and fuel cell Hyundais: specialist handling confirmed at booking
If your Hyundai is an IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, Kona Electric, ix35 Fuel Cell, or Nexo, confirm at the quote stage. The system routes EV and fuel cell models to appropriately certified ATFs. No additional steps are required by the customer -- specialist certification is arranged automatically.
- Hyundai Scrapping FAQs
How much is a Hyundai i10 worth for scrap?
A Hyundai i10 is worth GBP 95 to GBP 210 for scrap in early 2026. The i10 is one of the lightest cars in the UK car parc, which limits its weight-based scrap value. The i10 is the most scrapped Hyundai in the UK at 15% of all Hyundai scraps (ScrapCarComparison data). The most common scrap trigger is the Kappa engine (G3LA 1.0 or G4LA 1.2) timing chain wear generating VVT fault codes P0011 and P0014, typically caused by irregular oil changes. A running i10 with only VVT codes and an intact timing chain will almost always return a higher price via the salvage route than via straight scrap.
What is the most scrapped Hyundai in the UK?
The Hyundai i10 is the most scrapped Hyundai in the UK at 15% of all Hyundai scraps, followed by the i30 at 14% (ScrapCarComparison data). The Getz is also prominent in the UK Hyundai scrap data, as the pre-i20 generation ages past 20 years. Hyundai's most frequently scrapped registration years are 2009, 2006, and 2010, indicating the brand has lower than average reliability compared to the UK car parc average of 17 years and 3 months.
What is the Hyundai i30 1.6 CRDi D4FB EGR and DPF fault?
The Hyundai i30 and ix35 fitted with the 1.6 CRDi diesel engine (engine code D4FB) develop two well-documented faults above 100,000 miles: the EGR cooler develops internal leaks allowing engine coolant to enter the intake manifold, causing white smoke, rising coolant consumption, and eventual head gasket risk (EGR cooler replacement GBP 400-800); and the DPF blocks when the car is used for short urban journeys without completing a 20-minute motorway regeneration cycle, generating fault code P2002 (DPF Efficiency Below Threshold Bank 1). A secondary DPF risk is oil dilution: interrupted regeneration sends unburned diesel fuel into the oil via the cylinders, raising the oil level and potentially damaging bearings.
What is the Kappa engine timing chain fault on the Hyundai i10?
The Hyundai i10 Kappa engine (G3LA 1.0 or G4LA 1.2) uses a timing chain. When oil changes are missed or infrequent, sludge builds in the oil passages to the timing chain tensioner, reducing the tension on the chain. The first symptom is a rattling sound from the top of the engine on cold start that lasts 10 to 20 seconds. If unchecked, the chain stretches further and the variable valve timing system becomes unreliable, generating fault codes P0011 (Camshaft Position A Over-Advanced, Bank 1) and P0014 (Camshaft Position B Over-Advanced, Bank 1). Timing chain replacement costs GBP 500 to GBP 900. Caught early -- chain intact, pre-failure -- the repair is often economic on a younger i10.
Is there a Hyundai scrappage scheme in 2026?
No Hyundai scrappage scheme is currently active in 2026. The most recent scheme ran from 1 September 2017 to 31 December 2017, offering up to GBP 5,000 off a Santa Fe, GBP 4,000 off an i30, and GBP 3,500 off a Tucson. Hyundai has notable scrappage history: it was the first UK car manufacturer to run a scrappage scheme, launching in April 2009 -- enabling 45,000 customers to trade in older cars before any other manufacturer had a scheme in place. No 2026 scheme has been announced. Location-based clean air zone schemes in London, Birmingham, and Scotland remain available to owners of non-compliant Hyundais.
Can I scrap a Hyundai IONIQ 5 or IONIQ 6?
Yes, but IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 require scrapping at an ATF with 800V high-voltage battery safe-discharge certification, due to the E-GMP platform's 800-volt architecture. This is the highest operating voltage of any mainstream EV in the UK. Scrap a Vehicle routes IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 only to appropriately certified ATFs. Unlike the Renault Zoe, there is no battery lease complication -- Hyundai sells its EV batteries as part of the vehicle. However, IONIQ 5 and IONIQ 6 models are almost always worth substantially more for salvage, insurance total loss, or battery second-life routes than for weight-based scrap. Enter your reg first -- the system will price the salvage route automatically alongside the scrap price.
Should I scrap or sell a Hyundai i30 N?
Never straight-scrap a Hyundai i30 N unless it is a Category B insurance write-off with a crush-only designation. The i30 N (2017-present, 2.0 T-GDi Theta II engine, 250hp or 280hp Performance Pack) has a strong and sustained enthusiast following in the UK, reinforced by the model's association with the British Touring Car Championship. Even a damaged or non-running i30 N has significant parts value -- N-specific performance components including the LSD, Brembo brakes, electronically controlled suspension, and body aero parts command premium prices on the specialist market. Enter your reg and accept the salvage quote, not the scrap quote.