2009 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · DN59 FPP

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance history showing a worsening trend in deferred mechanical repairs. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 75,186 miles, the record reveals a persistent failure to address fundamental faults across multiple years. The recurring brake binding on the nearside front and offside rear units, noted in both July 2024 and 2025, indicates that the owner is performing the minimum required maintenance rather than resolving underlying mechanical issues. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 75,186 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,423 miles per year. This low usage pattern often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components rather than wear from high mileage. Between July 2023 at 55,499 miles and July 2024 at 66,290 miles, the car covered nearly 11,000 miles, yet the presence of perishing tyres and corroded exhaust suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods of inactivity. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and exhaust assembly. The tester consistently flagged pitted front brake discs and thin inner pads, alongside a persistent rear exhaust leak that has remained unresolved since 2024. The corrosion on the offside front brake hose ferrule identified in 2025 is a specific risk factor that could lead to sudden failure. Furthermore, the low mileage necessitates a check for dry rot in the tyres and suspension bushes, as the history already shows evidence of material perishing in rubber components.