2008 Hyundai I800 2.5L Diesel · CA08 YSC

The vehicle presents a concerning state of roadworthiness characterized by a trend of deferred maintenance and recurring mechanical failures. While the car passed its most recent test in August 2025 at 113,357 miles, this result followed a significant failure just two weeks prior. The high volume of failures in July 2025 indicates a multitude of critical depletions across the braking system, steering geometry, and suspension integrity, suggesting that the vehicle is only repaired when strictly necessary to pass the annual test, rather than being maintained on a preventative service schedule. At 113,357 miles over 18 years, the Hyundai has covered an average of approximately 6,300 miles per year, which is consistent with an older light commercial. However, the data shows a period of high activity between June 2023 and July 2024, where the vehicle covered over 5,000 miles in just thirteen months. The mileage accumulation is steady, but the frequency of advisories in 2024 suggests that the components are reaching the end of their operational, leading to a series of failures related to exhaust emissions and braking components. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the chassis and suspension assembly. The record consistently flags corrosion on the underside and specifically notes corrosion on all four coil springs, which poses a structural risk as the metal continues to degrade. The steering also shows signs of wear with track rod ends and anti-roll bar ball joints moving from slight to excessive play across multiple testing dates. These issues, combined with deteriorated CV boots, indicate that the suspension hardware is failing rapidly. The braking system requires immediate attention as the history shows thin pads, pitted discs, and a previously inoperative parking brake that failed the 2025 test. Furthermore, the tyres are frequently noted as being near the legal limit or worn unevenly, suggesting a lack of basic consumable upkeep. Given the previous smoke emission failure in 2024, the turbo-charged engine health should be monitored for signs of oil consumption, as the mechanical neglect seen in the lower chassis may have extended to the powertrain.