2020 Hyundai I30 2.0L Petrol · AF70 HZV

The 2020 Hyundai i30 passed its most recent MOT on 16 September 2025 at 45,647 miles, but the record reveals a maintenance trend that has shifted from stable to borderline. Between September 2023 and September 2024, the vehicle went from a clean pass at 26,527 miles to a failed test at 36,554 miles with five tyre defects, followed immediately by a clean pass three days later at 36,622 miles. That failure-to-pass sequence within a 72-hour window strongly suggests the previous owner replaced the tyres only after being forced to do so, rather than maintaining them proactively. The September 2025 pass at 45,647 miles carried two new advisories for worn front suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides and front brake discs that are worn, pitted, or scored. These are not consumable wear items in the same category as tyres. Suspension bush wear and pitted brake discs at under 46,000 miles point to either deferred maintenance or a change in driving conditions that has accelerated component deterioration. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,608 miles per year over six years sits squarely within typical annual use for this age group. There are no alarming gaps or sudden spikes between recorded tests. The vehicle covered approximately 10,000 miles between September 2023 and September 2024, then a further 9,025 miles in the twelve months leading to the September 2025 test. This is consistent, moderate use with no evidence of long-term standing or odometer irregularities. A buyer inspecting this car in person should focus on the front suspension and braking components flagged in the most recent test. Worn suspension arm pins or bushes on both nearside and offside will manifest as clunking over uneven surfaces, vague steering feel, or uneven tyre wear patterns on the inner edges. The pitted and scored front brake discs should be measured for thickness against manufacturer minimums and inspected for lipping or heat damage. Given that five tyres were flagged in September 2024 and the front brake discs are now showing surface degradation, the overall pattern suggests the vehicle has been driven hard or maintained reactively. Check the inner sidewalls of all four tyres for fresh cuts or perishing, and examine the subframe, suspension mounting points, and brake backplates for any signs of corrosion that could indicate the car has been used on salted roads without adequate underbody protection.