2012 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · NU62 ABZ

The Hyundai i10 presents a mixed mechanical picture. The most recent test on 25 September 2025 at 43,338 miles passed, but the tester flagged corrosion on the offside front, nearside rear, and offside rear brake pipes, all noted as being covered in grease or other material. This is not a new problem. The record shows a clear and persistent pattern of underbody corrosion and fluid leaks dating back several years, with the 2023 test at 34,333 miles recording heavily greased rear brake pipes, corroded coil springs, corroded shock absorber casings, and a transmission oil leak. The 2022 test at 32,435 miles was even more severe, noting corrosion across all suspension components, a corroded front subframe, an oil leak, and corroded brake pipes. While the 2024 test at 35,704 miles was clean, the reappearance of brake pipe corrosion in 2025 suggests the underlying deterioration was masked or temporarily addressed rather than properly resolved. The maintenance trend is not stable; it points to a vehicle with chronic underbody corrosion that has been managed with short-term fixes rather than lasting repair. The mileage profile is notably low. At roughly 3,096 miles per year over fourteen years, this i10 has seen very light use. The jump from 35,704 miles in October 2024 to 43,338 miles in September 2025 represents an unusual spike of 7,634 miles in under twelve months, a sharp departure from the prior annual average of around 1,500 to 2,000 miles. This sudden increase could indicate a change in ownership or usage pattern, and it is worth verifying whether the vehicle was used for longer commutes or motorway driving during that period. The low lifetime mileage means wear on consumables like tyres and wiper blades may be age-related rather than mileage-driven, so date codes on rubber components should be checked carefully. A buyer should treat the underbody as the primary area of concern. The repeated advisories on corroded brake pipes, coil springs, shock absorber casings, and the front subframe indicate long-standing exposure to moisture and road salt without adequate protection. The fact that corroded pipes were noted as covered in grease suggests previous owners applied grease as a cosmetic cover rather than replacing compromised metal. A thorough inspection of all brake pipe runs, particularly at mounting points and along the rear axle, is essential. Any spongy brake pedal feel or visible weeping at pipe fittings would warrant immediate replacement of the affected lines. The transmission oil leak flagged in 2023 and the general oil leak noted in 2022 also deserve attention. Even if these were topped up rather than repaired, residual oil contamination can accelerate rubber bush and seal degradation across the suspension and drivetrain. A close visual check of the gearbox and clutch area for fresh wetness, combined with an inspection of the subframe and suspension mounting points for advanced pitting or scaling, will give the clearest picture of whether this car has been genuinely maintained or simply kept passing through minimal intervention.