2008 Hyundai I30 2.0L Diesel · SM08 ADU

The vehicle is currently not roadworthy following a failed MOT test on 7 April 2026 at 169,130 miles. The maintenance trend is erratic. While the car has passed several tests, the pattern of failing immediately before passing suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than a proactive one. The most recent failure is particularly concerning as the vehicle remains uncertified as of July 2026. The mileage is consistent with the age of the car, averaging roughly 9,396 miles per year. Between 4 April 2024 and 14 March 2025, the odometer rose by 3,202 miles. A further 1,976 miles were covered between March 2025 and April 2026. This steady usage suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which typically helps prevent seized calipers or perished rubber seals. The MOT record is unusually clean regarding specific defect descriptions, yet the frequency of failures is high. The vehicle failed on 2 April 2024, 13 March 2025, and 7 April 2026. Because the DVSA record lacks detailed fault descriptions for these failures, a buyer must scrutinize the vehicle for common age-related issues. Focus on structural corrosion around the sills and suspension mounting points, as these are frequent failure points for this model. A physical inspection should prioritize the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs given the 169,130 mileage. Check for brake disc corrosion or binding calipers, as these often cause the quick-fail-quick-pass patterns seen in the history. Verify the current status of the most recent failure to ensure no major structural integrity issues or exhaust emissions faults are preventing the car from passing.