2010 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · BK10 RBV

The Hyundai i10 presents a stable but corrosion-prone mechanical profile, most recently passing its MOT on 2026-03-07 at 123,802 miles. That test flagged a rear brake pipe corroded and contaminated with grease or other material, a minor advisory rather than a failure, yet it fits a recurring pattern. The maintenance trend is broadly stable, with no major structural or safety-critical failures in the record, but the persistent corrosion advisories across multiple test years suggest long-term exposure to moisture or underseal deterioration rather than a one-off defect. Mileage accumulation is consistent at roughly 7,700 miles per year over sixteen years, which is typical for a city car of this age. The record shows a gap between April 2019 at 105,928 miles and March 2025 at 106,354 miles, a span of nearly six years covering only 426 miles. That prolonged low-use period likely contributed to the corrosion issues flagged in 2025, as standing vehicles often suffer from moisture ingress and brake pipe deterioration. From 2025 to 2026, the car covered 17,448 miles in twelve months, a sharp increase that suggests a change of ownership or a return to regular daily use. The most consistent theme in the history is corrosion affecting brake pipes and suspension components. In 2025, both front coil springs were flagged as corroded, alongside multiple corroded brake pipes and a nearside rear tyre worn to 3.0mm with sidewall cracking. The 2019 test also noted corroded rear brake pipes. Buyers should inspect the full length of the brake pipe runs, particularly where they clip to the body or pass through arches, paying close attention to any fresh underseal that may be masking active corrosion. The coil spring condition warrants a close visual check for pitting or fractures, especially at the lower seat. Beyond corrosion, the consumable wear pattern is unremarkable for the mileage. Tyres and brake discs have been replaced periodically, and the 2018 failure for a nail in the nearside front tyre is a minor puncture event, not a systemic issue. The windscreen damage noted in 2018 and 2019 appears to have been repaired before the later tests. A prospective buyer should verify the structural integrity of the front subframe and inner wing mounts, as these areas are vulnerable on high-mileage examples of this model, and confirm that the rear brake calipers are not binding given the history of pipe contamination.