2008 HYUNDAI I101.1L Petrol

The vehicle failed the March 2026 MOT, indicating it is not currently roadworthy due to multiple defects, though it passed the previous March 2025 test. The trend shows recurring issues rather than improvement, with the same steering rack play, suspension wear, and brake pad wear recurring across tests. The odometer rose from 45,345 miles in March 2017 to 64,609 miles in March 2026, averaging about 3,589 miles per year, which is low for a 2008 model. The most notable jump occurred between March 2023 (54,525) and March 2024 (62,016), a gain of 7,491 miles in 12 months, suggesting a period of increased use, while earlier years showed more modest increments. The repeated wear of the near‑side front steering rack inner joint, the upper Macpherson strut bush, and the anti‑roll bar linkage ball joint indicates potential suspension play that could affect handling; the persistent SRS warning lamp points to electrical faults in the restraint system that require wiring or sensor inspection. Brake pad thickness has been recorded below 1.5 mm in March 2024 and March 2026, and the near‑side front brake pads are worn, so the braking system should be examined for disc condition and caliper binding. The recurring mention of suspension arm ball joint wear and the 2023 advisory about the ball joint likely to detach signals that the front suspension components are approaching critical failure and merit close scrutiny. Structural and ancillary concerns: The MOT history records no structural rust, but the presence of a cut tyre in 2023 and a damaged seat‑belt webbing in 2025 suggests that basic upkeep has been inconsistent; the buyer should verify tyre condition, seat‑belt integrity, and ensure the windscreen washer system supplies adequate fluid, as these items have repeatedly appeared as minor defects. Overall, the vehicle exhibits a pattern of deferred maintenance on suspension and braking components, making a thorough in‑person inspection essential before purchase.