2011 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · KH05 AMY

The 2011 Hyundai i30 remains roadworthy, holding an MOT pass on 29 August 2025 at 102 742 miles, yet the latest test records three advisories that point to a deteriorating maintenance trend. Nearside and offside front steering rack inner joints show play, a fault first noted in 2023 and persisting through 2024 and 2025. The offside rear coil spring exhibits corrosion (5.3.1 (b)(i)), a condition added in 2024, while rear brake pads are now wearing thin (1.1.13 (a)(ii)). These recurring issues indicate that wear on suspension and braking components has progressed rather than stabilised. Mileage accumulation over the vehicle’s life follows a broadly typical pattern for a 15‑year‑old car at roughly 6 850 miles per year, but the most recent year shows a marked slowdown. Between the August 2024 test at 98 949 miles and the August 2025 test the mileage rose only 3 793 miles, suggesting lighter usage or periods of storage. Earlier records reveal a more frequent testing cadence, with a failed test on 15 December 2014 that flagged severe front‑tyre cuts, tears and wear, and a subsequent pass on the same day after remedial work. The gap between 2014 and 2015 tests is notable, indicating possible lapses in regular servicing. A prospective buyer should inspect the steering system for excessive play at the rack inner joints, verify that the rear brake pads retain adequate thickness, and examine the offside rear coil spring for corrosion or structural weakness. The anti‑roll bar linkage dust cover noted in 2023 should be checked for deterioration, and the parking brake lever inspected for the limited reserve travel recorded in 2015. An oil leak, first logged in 2021, warrants a close look for seepage or contamination. Tyre condition, especially the front tyres that have shown damage, cuts and wear, needs thorough assessment, as does the condition of the front brake discs noted in 2020. Finally, a visual scan for rust or corrosion on chassis components will help gauge the overall structural integrity before purchase.