2015 Hyundai I20 1.4L Petrol · DP15 ACV

This Hyundai i20 has maintained a consistently clean MOT history with no recorded defects across all five tests, including the most recent examination on 19 August 2025 at 61,905 miles. The vehicle’s roadworthiness trend remains stable, with no advisories or failures to suggest underlying mechanical issues. The absence of recurring faults indicates that, at least on paper, the car has been kept in a state of compliance with UK roadworthiness standards. However, the lack of any advisories—even minor ones—means there is no historical evidence of deferred maintenance or known weaknesses that were addressed between tests. The recorded mileage pattern is notably low for a vehicle of this age, averaging just 5,628 miles annually over the past decade. This suggests either very light usage or prolonged periods of inactivity, which could impact components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and fuel system integrity. The most significant gap between tests occurred between 2023 (28,680 miles) and 2024 (29,624 miles), a span of 13 months with minimal mileage accumulation. While this may not indicate neglect, it raises questions about whether the vehicle was stored rather than driven, potentially accelerating wear on non-use-sensitive parts such as tyres or battery health. The double entry for February 2022—one pass and one fail at identical mileage—appears to be an administrative duplication rather than a mechanical issue. Given the clean MOT record, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are prone to deterioration even with low mileage if the vehicle has been stationary for extended periods. The brakes, while never failed, should be checked for uneven wear or binding calipers, as these can develop without obvious MOT failings. Corrosion should be scrutinised at wheel arches, sills, and underbody, especially if the car has spent time in wet or salted environments. The battery and fuel system—often overlooked in low-mileage vehicles—should also be tested, as prolonged inactivity can lead to degraded connections or fuel line hardening. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are flawless, so visual and functional checks are essential.