2009 Hyundai I10 1.1L Petrol · DY59 RYX

The 2009 Hyundai i10 presents a stable and reassuring maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 30 September 2025 at 72,639 miles with zero defects recorded. The preceding test on 24 September 2025 also failed with no defects noted, suggesting a retest was required for an administrative or very minor issue that was swiftly resolved. This pattern of consecutive clean passes, following a similar clean pass on 9 August 2024, indicates consistent upkeep and no recurring mechanical or structural faults over the last three years of recorded history. The mileage accumulation is notably low for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,273 miles per year. The record shows a gap of over twelve months between the September 2023 test at 66,641 miles and the August 2024 test at 72,610 miles, during which the car covered 5,969 miles. This suggests a period of more regular use following a likely spell of lighter activity or limited MOT testing. The subsequent minimal increase of just 29 miles between August 2024 and September 2025 points to very low recent usage, which can be a double-edged sword, potentially leading to deterioration of perishable components like rubber seals and tyres from age rather than wear. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection focused on components that degrade with age and low usage. The underbody and suspension mounting points require close examination for corrosion, a common issue on older city cars, even where no advisory has been flagged. Tyre condition and date codes should be checked, as older rubber can perish regardless of tread depth. The braking system, including calipers and discs, merits attention for signs of binding or surface corrosion from prolonged stationary periods. Finally, the exhaust system and its mountings should be inspected for integrity, as short-trip driving can accelerate internal condensation and corrosion.