2019 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · EA19 KDX

The 2019 Hyundai I20 presents a stable and largely positive maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass at its most recent MOT on 18 February 2026 at 74,475 miles with zero defects recorded. That clean sheet follows a minor rectification on the same day, where a failed test for a non-functioning windscreen washer was promptly addressed and retested within hours. The overall trajectory is one of improving diligence, particularly when contrasted with the more concerning defects noted in earlier years. The mileage accumulation of roughly 10,639 miles per year is entirely typical for a supermini of this age and does not raise any red flags regarding excessive wear or suspiciously low use. The record shows a notable gap between the February 2025 test at 56,582 miles and the February 2026 test at 74,475 miles, representing an 17,893-mile jump in a single year. That is a significant uptick compared to the previous annual cycles, which saw increments of around 8,700 to 9,000 miles. A buyer should confirm whether this reflects a change in usage pattern, such as a new long-term commuting arrangement, rather than any odometer anomaly. The 2024 test history is the most instructive for a prospective buyer. On 22 February 2024 at 47,845 miles, the tester flagged an offside front tyre worn to 3mm and a nearside rear tyre with exposed ply or cords, both serious condition defects. Failing on exposed cords in particular suggests basic tyre maintenance was neglected for a period before that test. The subsequent pass with only a minor advisory on the same offside front tyre indicates the issues were addressed, but the pattern warrants a close physical inspection of all four tyres, including sidewalls and inner edges, along with checking wheel alignment settings. Beyond tyres, the clean 2026 result provides reassurance on core mechanical and structural items, including brakes, suspension, exhaust emissions, and structural integrity. A pre-purchase inspection should still focus on the underside for any corrosion given the vehicle is now seven years old, and a test drive should assess brake feel, suspension compliance over rough surfaces, and any unusual drivetrain vibrations that a static MOT inspection would not capture.