2012 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · DF61 KVD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent testing history indicates a deteriorating trend in maintenance standards. While the car passed its April 2026 test at 79,283 miles, it failed an inspection just five days prior at 79,280 miles. This failure involved a critical offside front suspension arm ball joint and an illegal offside front tyre, alongside a persistent oil leak. The sudden failure suggests that the owner neglected essential safety-related repairs until immediately before the MOT deadline. The mileage profile is notably low for a fourteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. Data from 2023 to 2025 shows consistent usage with intervals of roughly 6,000 to 8,000 miles annually. However, the jump of 7,000 miles between April 2025 and April 2026 reflects a more recent period of activity. Low-mileage vehicles often suffer from degradation of rubber components and brake corrosion, which may align with the suspension wear noted in the latest failed test. A physical inspection must focus on the front suspension geometry to ensure the offside ball joint replacement was executed to professional standards. The recurring oil leak noted in both the 2026 failure and pass requires a close examination to determine if it originates from a minor gasket seal or a more significant engine fault. The buyer should also check the front anti-roll bar bushes, which were flagged as worn in 2024, as these components indicate a general aging of the under-carriage despite the low odometer reading.