2010 Hyundai I30 1.6L Diesel · EA60 FNX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the recent inspection history. The most recent test in October 2025 at 81,100 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets all legal standards. While a single failure occurred in September 2024 at 70,440 miles, the immediate pass just one day later suggests a minor issue that was rectified quickly, rather than a sign of systemic mechanical neglect. The mileage pattern is notably low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between October 2022 and October 2023, where the car covered only 623 miles in a full year. However, usage increased recently, with over 10,000 miles driven between September 2024 and October 2025. This intermittent low-mileage history can sometimes lead to age-related degradation of rubber components, such as seals and hoses, despite the low mechanical wear and tear on the drivetrain. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to time-based degradation rather than mileage. Given the long periods of standing, check the brake calipers for corrosion or seized pistons and inspect the tyre sidewalls for cracking. The MOT record shows no recurring structural rust or suspension bushing advisories, but a thorough check of the underside sills and front suspension wishbones is necessary as these areas are common points of failure on this model regardless of mileage.