2009 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · CP09 NHY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive prevention. The most recent test in August 2025 at 43,586 miles passed despite an advisory for rear axle corrosion and clouded headlamps. While the car cleared the critical failures seen in 2023, the persistence of corrosion and brake-related issues across multiple years suggests that mechanical faults are only addressed once they reach the point of inspection failure. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,564 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the car covered only 5,835 miles, indicating very infrequent use or long periods of stationary. This low mileage often reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it frequently leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and the buildup of corrosion, which is evidenced by the recurring issues with the coil springs and brake calipers noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension and braking system. The rear coil springs have been flagged for corrosion since 2022, and the recent advisory for rear axle corrosion indicates that structural rust is beginning to progress. Furthermore, the offside front service brake showed binding in both 2022 and 2023; the buyer should check for seized calipers or pitted brake discs caused by the vehicle's low usage. Given the history of exposed tyre cords in 2023, the current set of tyres should also be checked for age-related sidewalling and structural failure.