2012 Hyundai I20 Comfort 1.2L Petrol · IFZ 2537

The Hyundai i20 in question presents a clean but irregular MOT history, with the most recent test in September 2025 at 159,702 miles showing no defects—a positive outcome. However, the pattern of consecutive passes and fails in August and September of both 2024 and 2025 is unusual, as the vehicle alternated between passing and failing without any recorded defects. This suggests the failures were likely administrative, possibly due to minor paperwork issues or tester discretion rather than mechanical concerns. The absence of advisories or defects across all five tests indicates no persistent problems with critical components like brakes, suspension, or structural integrity. That said, the repeated failures—despite no technical faults—raise questions about how consistently the vehicle was maintained or whether it was driven to test stations only when minor issues were resolved. The mileage accumulation of 11,407 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a 14-year-old vehicle, though the gaps between tests vary significantly. The largest jump occurred between June 2023 (136,043 miles) and September 2024 (149,786 miles), a span of nearly 15 months with over 13,000 miles covered—suggesting either infrequent testing or a period of heavier use. The most recent 12-month interval (June 2024 to September 2025) saw just under 10,000 miles added, which is lighter and may imply reduced activity or storage. The lack of advisories or defects in any test implies the vehicle was likely well-maintained in terms of core mechanicals, but the erratic testing pattern could mask deferred servicing. For a buyer, the primary focus should be on components not covered by the MOT but prone to wear at this mileage: suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake fluid condition, as these are not routinely inspected. The absence of corrosion advisories suggests no active rust issues, but a thorough check of wheel arches, sills, and underbody for hidden corrosion is advisable. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic should include a brake system assessment—particularly for binding calipers or uneven disc wear—and a check of the exhaust system for leaks or deterioration. The clean MOT history is encouraging, but the irregular testing pattern means some maintenance decisions may have been deferred rather than neglected.