2009 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · DN59 FPT

This 2009 Hyundai i10 presents a solid mechanical picture on paper, with the most recent MOT on 9 February 2026 recording a clean pass at 30,097 miles and zero defects. The maintenance trend over the last three years has shifted from minor tyre issues to a fully compliant result, suggesting the current tyre set is now correctly matched and in good condition. No structural, braking, or suspension defects have appeared at any point in the available history. The mileage pattern tells a story of very light use. Between 15 February 2024 at 23,609 miles and 3 February 2025 at 25,616 miles, the car covered just over 2,000 miles in nearly twelve months. It then added a further 4,481 miles by 9 February 2026, a modest uptick but still well below the UK average. At roughly 1,770 miles per year over its seventeen-year life, this is clearly a low-mileage vehicle. That can mean less mechanical wear, but it also raises the possibility of extended periods standing still, which can cause flat-spotted tyres, seized brake components, and stale fuel issues. The MOT record flags two tyre-related failures, both minor but telling. On 15 February 2024 at 23,609 miles, the nearside front tyre had exposed ply or cords, a serious wear or damage issue that was rectified before the same-day retest. On 3 February 2025 at 25,616 miles, the offside front tyre was a different size from its partner on the same axle, likely a temporary space-saver replacement, which again was corrected before the retest. These point to occasional lapses in basic tyre upkeep rather than a deep mechanical fault, but a buyer should still inspect all four tyres closely for uneven wear, sidewall damage, and age-related cracking, especially given the car's low annual mileage and potential for long stationary periods. Beyond tyres, the absence of any advisories or failures for brakes, suspension, exhaust emissions, or structural corrosion is encouraging for a car of this age. Still, a hands-on inspection is worthwhile. Check the brake discs and pads for surface corrosion from standing, test the suspension bushes and coil springs for perishing, and examine the underside for any signs of rust given the vehicle's age. The clean MOT record is reassuring, but low-mileage cars can hide dormant issues that only surface once driven regularly.