2016 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · BV16 NFK

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding mechanical wear components. In the most recent test in February 2026 at 47,265 miles, the tester identified a front oil leak and slight play in both front lower suspension arm ball joints. While the car passed, the rear parking brake efficiency only marginally met the legal threshold, indicating that the braking system is nearing a point of failure. This follows a pattern of neglected maintenance where rear brake pads were noted as thin in the previous year. At ten years old, the Hyundai i20 has covered a relatively low mileage, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. This usage appears consistent across the records, with roughly 4,000 miles driven between the February 2025 and 2026 tests. However, low mileage often masks the degradation of rubber components due to age. The February 2023 advisory at 32,581 miles flagged a perishing rear tyre with cracking, suggesting the vehicle may sit for long periods, accelerated despite despite low tread wear. A buyer must personally inspect the front engine bay to determine the source of the persistent oil leak which has appeared in two consecutive tests. The suspension ball joints require immediate attention as play in these components will eventually lead to steering instability or component failure. Furthermore, the rear parking brake needs a professional adjustment or service of the mechanism to ensure it does not fail the next inspection. The history of thin brake pads and perishing tyres suggests the previous owner only reacted to faults rather than performing preventative maintenance.