2012 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · AX12 JVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 109,528 miles, it failed just one mile prior with a significant list of safety-critical defects. The trend shows a recurring issue where mechanical components are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure, suggesting the owner performs the minimum work required to maintain a valid certificate. At 109,528 miles, the Hyundai i10 has covered a typical distance of approximately 7,800 miles per year, which is consistent with a fourteen-year-old vehicle. The mileage progression shows steady use, with roughly 9,200 miles driven between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 5,500 miles between July 2024 and July 2025. This consistent usage indicates the car is regularly used, but the age means rubber and metal components are susceptible to degradation despite the moderate annual mileage. A buyer must scrutinize the braking and suspension systems thoroughly, as corrosion has been a persistent issue. The tester flagged corroded brake pipes in both 2023 and 2025, with a binding offside front caliper noted in the earlier test. The suspension also shows signs of advanced wear, with worn ball joints, anti-roll bar drop links, and a wheel bearing identified in the 2025 failure. These faults indicate that the lower-carriage components are nearing the end of their functional life and may require imminent replacement. The record also highlights poor attention to tyres and structural preservation. Multiple failures regarding perished rubber, bulges, and exposed cords in 2024 and 2025, alongside a corroded rear coil spring noted in 2024, suggest that basic consumable upkeep is often neglected. An in-person inspection should check for deeper structural rust on the chassis and mounting points, as the recurring corrosion on steel brake pipes is an indicator of the overall environmental conditions the vehicle has operated in.