2010 Hyundai I30 1.6L Diesel · EF10 VSD

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthiness rating of PASS for the current date of 2026-06-18, but the MOT history indicates a clear trend of worsening maintenance quality. The most recent test on 2026-06-10 was passed with only minor corrosion issues on the rear sub-frame and coil springs, yet the vehicle has now failed twice on critical components, demonstrating a significant deterioration in upkeep standards. The first failure occurred on 2024-06-25, resulting in a windscreen wiper not clearing the windscreen and a suspension arm that is both corroded and seriously weakened, suggesting the owner has likely neglected routine inspections recently. The mileage accumulation reflects a pattern of rapid growth, which contradicts the vehicle's low age of 16 years. From 2024-06-25 to 2025-07-07, the vehicle accumulated approximately 1,000 miles, a rate that is far too high for a 16-year-old car and indicates that the owner has likely driven the vehicle heavily or left it parked for extended periods. While the first two tests at 78,144 and 77,477 miles were passed, the third test on 2024-07-15 shows the car has now accumulated over 70,000 miles, which is well above the 100,000-mile limit for a used vehicle and suggests that the vehicle has been used for a very long time without adequate maintenance. Given the recurring faults, particularly the severe corrosion of suspension components and the failure of the windscreen wiper, a buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to identify the source of the corrosion and assess the structural integrity of the chassis. The steering rack's excessive free play and the nearside window inoperative condition further highlight that the mechanical system is not in a safe state, and the vehicle should be taken to a qualified technician for a full diagnostic scan to determine if the issues are caused by wear or structural damage.