2011 Hyundai I30 1.6L Diesel · EF61 CCO

The 3 December 2025 MOT passed, yet the tester recorded advisories on the front brake discs, rear coil springs, rear suspension arm bushes and corrosion of rear suspension components. The presence of these non‑serious defects after a recent failure on 1 December 2025 indicates a stable condition; no new failures have emerged since the 2022 test, and the vehicle remains road‑worthy provided the flagged items are monitored. Mileage has risen from 42 453 mi on 24 November 2022 to 52 293 mi on 3 December 2025, averaging roughly 3 500 mi per year—a low figure for a fifteen‑year‑old model. The jump of 4 939 mi between the 2024‑11‑21 and 2025‑12‑03 tests reflects a modest increase in annual use, but there are no unexplained gaps or sudden spikes in the record. The consistent logging of mileage at each annual test suggests diligent recording by previous owners. A prospective buyer should inspect the front brake discs for surface pitting and verify that disc thickness remains within safe limits. The rear coil springs should be examined for corrosion and structural integrity, while the trailing‑arm bushes merit a tactile check for excessive play despite the tester’s note of no undue movement. Confirm that both rear parking brakes engage fully and that all exterior lighting – off‑side rear direction indicator and front position lamps – operate correctly. A visual survey for rust on the rear suspension sub‑frame will help gauge whether corrosion is confined to the springs or affecting load‑bearing members. Addressing these items now will ensure the vehicle continues its current stable maintenance trend.