HYUNDAI I102009 · 1.2L PETROL

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of recurring wear-related failures. In the most recent test in March 2026 at 62,642 miles, the tester identified a severely deteriorated offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover and a binding nearside rear brake. While the car passed, the presence of these faults shortly after the previous test suggests that components are being addressed only when they reach a point of failure rather than through a preventative maintenance schedule. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 62,642 miles is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 3,685 miles per year. This low usage profile explains the presence of pitting on brake discs and corrosion on brake pipes seen over the years. Between January 2024 and 2025, the vehicle covered only 5,710 miles. Such long periods of low-mile use often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber seals and hydraulic lines, which is evidenced by the recurring corrosion and leakage issues noted in the records. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The offside front brake pipe was flagged for corrosion in both 2024 and 2025, and the nearside rear brake showed binding in March 2026. These issues indicate a risk of future fluid leaks or seized calipers due to inactivity. Furthermore, the repeated failures of anti-roll bar linkages and ball joint dust covers suggest the front suspension components are reaching the end of their service life. Verification that all rubber boots are no longer cracked or perished is essential to prevent further ingress of grit into the joints.