2012 Hyundai I30 1.6L Diesel · EF62 VLH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a pattern of reactive rather than preventative mechanical care. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 134,317 miles passed, it identified a defect on the offside rear tyre and a deteriorated registration plate. This follows a more problematic inspection in January 2025 where multiple advisories and failures regarding suspension and braking components required immediate attention. At 134,317 miles, the car has averaged approximately 9,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a 2012 model. The mileage history shows steady annual accumulation, with roughly 7,000 to 8,000 miles covered between most annual tests. There is no evidence of long-term stationary use, suggesting the vehicle has been driven regularly, though the high mileage naturally places significant stress on wearable items and rubber-based components. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the suspension, specifically the anti-roll bar linkages and bushings. The nearside front linkage was flagged for severe deterioration in early 2025, and the offside rear was noted for having play in 2024, indicating the suspension geometry is nearing the end of its lifespan. Additionally, the braking system shows a recurring history of pitted and scored discs on both rear wheels between 2022 and 2025, suggesting that components are only replaced once they become marginal. Tyres are another consistent area of concern, with records showing front tyres reaching the legal limit in both 2023 and early 2025. The most recent advisory regarding cracking or perishing on the offside rear tyre suggests the rubber may be failing due to age rather than tread depth. A prospective purchaser should verify the current condition of all four tyres and test the parking brake, which was only just meeting requirements as of the January 2025 test.