2009 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · DN59 FPZ

The Hyundai i10 holds a current MOT valid from 18 February 2026, passing at 107,392 miles with only minor advisories. The maintenance trend is broadly stable but reveals a persistent pattern of deferred minor faults rather than a worsening mechanical decline. The most recent test flagged corrosion on both rear coil springs and a non-excessive oil leak, both recurring issues that have appeared in previous years without escalation to failure. This suggests the car has been kept running without serious neglect, yet small defects have been tolerated rather than permanently resolved. The mileage progression is consistent and typical for a 17-year-old city car, averaging roughly 6,317 miles per year. Between the April 2023 test at 81,647 miles and the February 2025 test at 92,829 miles, the car covered 11,182 miles in just under two years, indicating a step up in usage. The jump to 107,392 miles by February 2026 adds another 14,563 miles in twelve months, confirming the car is now being driven more regularly. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden drops in recorded mileage that would suggest odometer tampering or long-term storage. Buyers should pay close attention to the rear suspension and underbody corrosion. Rear coil spring corrosion was noted in April 2023 and again in February 2026, indicating the issue has persisted for at least three years. While the springs have not yet failed, advanced corrosion can compromise structural integrity and ride quality, especially on a small car likely used on urban roads. The recurring non-excessive oil leak, flagged in four of the five recorded tests, warrants investigation at the sump, rocker cover gasket, or crankshaft seals, as even minor leaks can worsen with age and heat cycling. The front end shows a history of gradual wear rather than sudden failure. Play in the nearside front track rod end ball joint appeared in both 2023 and 2025, and steering rack inner joint play was noted in 2024. Combined with repeated advisories on front brake pads and tyre wear, this points to a car that has absorbed years of stop-start driving without a comprehensive front-end refresh. Inspect the steering rack, track rod ends, and lower suspension components for excessive play. Rear brake pads were flagged as wearing thin in 2025, and the April 2023 failure for a non-working nearside rear stop lamp hints at occasional electrical or bulb maintenance being overlooked. A thorough test drive and underbody inspection are essential before purchase.