2011 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · DY11 XGP

The most recent MOT on 22 July 2025 resulted in a pass, but the tester noted corrosion to the rear axle assembly and corrosion to both nearside and off‑side rear shock absorbers. Looking back through the history, the same rear shock absorbers have been recorded as corroded at every test since July 2021. A splitting bump stop on the nearside rear suspension first appeared in the August 2024 test and was still present in July 2025. The rear axle corrosion is a new finding in the 2025 test. Overall the condition of the rear suspension is not improving; the corrosion on the shock absorbers has persisted for four years, the bump stop defect has been present for at least two years and may be progressing, and a fresh axle corrosion issue has emerged. This pattern suggests the problems are either stable or slowly worsening rather than resolving. The vehicle is about 15 years old but has only covered roughly 35 000 miles, averaging about 2 350 miles per year. Such low mileage could indicate light use, but it may also reflect long periods of standing or storage. Vehicles that sit unused are prone to moisture‑related corrosion on exposed components, which aligns with the recurring rust‑type faults observed on the rear suspension. The primary risk is that corroded shock absorbers, a cracked bump stop, and a rusted rear axle could compromise rear‑wheel location, damping, and overall stability, potentially affecting handling and braking performance.