2009 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · AX09 DFN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean record in its most recent inspections. The latest MOT test conducted in September 2025 at 164,802 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety standards. While a failure occurred in early September 2024, the owner successfully rectified the issues to secure a pass just one week later, suggesting a proactive approach to immediate repairs when a fault is identified. The mileage pattern is consistent with a typical-used vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per annum. Between July 2022 and September 2025, the car covered 13,939 miles, showing a steady usage rate rather than long periods of neglect or excessive strain. The interval of roughly 3,000 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests shows regular annual testing habits, which generally correlates with better mechanical retention compared to vehicles that sit for extended periods. Given the age and high mileage mileage of this Hyundai i30, a physical inspection should focus on components prone to age-related degradation. Although the recent records show no active advisories, the buyer must inspect the suspension bushes for tearing and the coil springs for signs of corrosion, as these often fail at this mileage. Particular attention should be paid to the structural integrity of the sills and subframes for rust, and the checking for binding brake calipers or thinning discs that may not have triggered a MOT failure yet.