2016 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · BD66 VLU

The 2016 Hyundai i10 presents a generally stable mechanical picture through its MOT history, with the most recent test on 10 October 2025 at 83,599 miles resulting in a pass. The only advisory raised was a nearside front tyre showing cracking, perishing, and edge wear close to the legal limit. This is a minor consumable defect rather than a structural or mechanical concern, and the vehicle has consistently passed its MOTs across the full five-year record available. The trend is broadly stable, though the increasing frequency of advisories in the two most recent tests suggests a gradual shift from the defect-free results recorded between 2021 and 2023. The mileage progression tells a coherent story. Between October 2021 at 40,758 miles and October 2024 at 70,659 miles, the car covered roughly 29,900 miles in three years, averaging just under 10,000 miles annually. From October 2024 to October 2025, only 12,940 miles were added, indicating a drop in usage over the past twelve months. The current recorded mileage of 83,599 miles is consistent with a typical annual rate of around 8,360 miles across the vehicle's ten-year lifespan. There are no suspicious gaps or implausible jumps in the odometer readings, and the MOT test dates fall at regular yearly intervals. The 2024 test at 70,659 miles flagged front brake pads wearing thin and front brake discs worn on both sides, along with an offside rear inner brake disc showing pitting and scoring. These are expected wear items on a city car of this age and mileage, but the pitted rear disc in particular warrants a close visual inspection. A buyer should check whether the rear brake assembly shows any signs of a binding caliper, as pitting and scoring on a single inner face can indicate uneven pad contact or a caliper that is not releasing fully. The front braking system will also need attention in the near term, given the pads were already noted as thin at 70,659 miles and a further 12,940 miles have been covered since. Beyond the braking system, the nearside front tyre advisory from October 2025 should be examined carefully for sidewall structural integrity, as cracking or perishing can indicate age-related deterioration rather than simple wear. With the vehicle now ten years old, a buyer should also inspect the underside for corrosion on suspension mounting points, subframes, and exhaust hangers, particularly if the car has spent its life in urban or salted-road environments. The coil springs, suspension bushes, and shock absorbers should be checked for deterioration, as these components on a small hatchback used primarily for short trips can suffer from fatigue and corrosion even at relatively modest mileages.