2013 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · AX62 EEU

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 16 March 2026 at 58,689 miles, but the test record indicates a worsening maintenance trend. A new advisory for slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint was noted, alongside an oil leak and tyre wear. This follows a completely clean test in March 2025, suggesting the suspension component has degraded significantly in the past year. The reappearance of a suspension-related fault after a clean test is a negative indicator for ongoing component integrity. Mileage accumulation is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,515 miles annually. However, usage has increased in recent periods. The mileage rose from 49,126 in February 2023 to 53,145 by March 2025—an increase of 4,019 miles over two years—then jumped a further 5,544 miles to the current 58,689 in the subsequent 12 months. This recent higher rate of use correlates with the new suspension advisory and the persistent tyre wear issue. A buyer must prioritise a detailed physical inspection of the front suspension and underbody. The history repeatedly flags corrosion on the offside front coil spring (since February 2024) and offside front lower suspension arm (since February 2024), with the latter noted as corroded but not seriously weakened. The 2023 test recorded severely deteriorated dust covers on both front lower suspension arm ball joints, a condition that allows contamination and accelerates wear. The new anti-roll bar ball joint play is a direct development from this pattern of deteriorating suspension bushes and joints. Inspect these specific components for advanced corrosion, excessive play, and the condition of the dust seals. The oil leak, while not currently excessive, should be traced to its source—likely a seal or gasket—to assess severity and repair cost. The offside tyre's worn edge suggests a potential alignment issue that must be checked.