2010 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · CK10 FXS

The vehicle remains in a roadworthy state but exhibits a persistent trend of deferred maintenance on secondary components. While the most recent test in March 2025 at 104,834 miles passed, it carried a recurring advisory for slight free play in the steering rack that has been noted since at least 2023. The failure in February 2025 due to a supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a critical safety-related fault was recently present, though it was rectified for the subsequent re-test. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year. There are no significant gaps in testing history, with the vehicle progressing steadily from 54,957 miles in 2018 to over 104,000 miles by 2025. This steady usage suggests the car is driven regularly, yet the low annual mileage has not prevented the age-related degradation of rubber components and metalwork, as evidenced by various corrosion issues noted throughout the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the steering system, as the rack free play is a known fixture across multiple years and may eventually require expensive replacement. The underbody also requires attention regarding structural integrity; the record specifically flagged corroded coil springs and shock absorbers in 2024, alongside ongoing corrosion on the exhaust and brake hose ferrules. The brake hose ferrules are a specific concern for safety and should be checked to ensure the corrosion does not lead to fluid leaks. The maintenance history also shows a pattern of failing on basic consumables such as bulbs, tyres, and washer fluid, suggesting the previous owners only addressed faults when necessary to pass the MOT. The parking brake system has shown signs of imbalance and excessive travel in 2022 and 2019, so a physical test of the handbrake efficiency and cable tension is essential to ensure the mechanism is properly adjusted and functional.