2009 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · DN59 FPG

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of deferred reactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in December 2025 at 76,126 miles, the record reveals a recurring pattern of avoidable mechanical and safety-related failures. The tester flagged thin nearside front brake pads and a worn anti-roll bar linkage again during the December 2025 failure, indicating that the previous owner only addresses faults when forced by an MOT failure rather than following a preventative service schedule. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 76,126 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. This low usage suggests the car has sat for long periods, which often accelerates age-related degradation. Between January 2024 and December 2024, the vehicle covered roughly 5,400 miles, yet it suffered from an insecure steering column universal joint and perishing tyres. The presence of perishing rubber in the 2024 test confirms that the materials components are failing due to age and environmental exposure rather than distance driven. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage has been flagged across multiple consecutive years, suggesting a potential underlying alignment issue or poor quality parts used in previous repairs. The steering column universal joint failure in 2024 should be re-checked for play or seizing to ensure steering integrity. Additionally, the recurring uneven wear on the nearside front tyre indicates a tracking geometry fault or a worn bushing that requires immediate professional adjustment to prevent premature failure of new rubber.