2017 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · EF67 ABV

Recurring tyre tread depth failures and a developing wheel bearing issue define the mechanical profile of this vehicle, which shows a recent trend of safety-critical defects. The most recent inspection on 17 November 2025 resulted in a pass, but this followed a dangerous failure just six days earlier due to both front tyres falling below the legal 1.6mm limit and a missing side repeater. While the vehicle has cleared these immediate safety failures, the presence of a noisy offside front wheel bearing has now transitioned into a persistent advisory, marking a shift from consumable wear issues to more specific mechanical component degradation. The recorded mileage of 103,854 miles over approximately nine years indicates an average annual usage of roughly 11,539 miles. This represents a typical usage pattern for a petrol hatchback of this age, suggesting the vehicle has been subjected to regular, consistent road use rather than long periods of stationary storage. Mechanically, this level of accumulation means that while the vehicle is not an extreme high-mileage example, components such as suspension bushes, braking systems, and drivetrain elements will naturally be approaching mid-life wear stages, which aligns with the recent advisories regarding brake fluctuations and wheel bearing noise. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the front end of the vehicle during a test drive to address the flagged wheel bearing and previous tyre issues. The offside front wheel bearing, noted as slightly noisy in the November 2025 test, should be monitored for a distinct humming or grinding sound that increases in pitch with vehicle speed. Additionally, any steering pull or vibration felt through the steering wheel or floorpan could indicate that the bearing issue is progressing or that there are underlying issues with the front suspension geometry following the recent tyre replacements. The history of brake fluctuations noted in the November 2024 test warrants a thorough evaluation of the braking performance. During a test drive, listen for any rhythmic clicking or scraping sounds from the rear wheels and feel for any pulsing or judder through the brake pedal when applying pressure at moderate speeds. This could indicate unevenly worn brake discs or binding calipers. Furthermore, the damaged offside wing mirror casing noted in late 2024 should be inspected to ensure it remains structurally secure and does not impede visibility or vibrate excessively during transit.