2012 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · EJ62 DHV

The 2012 Hyundai i20 holds a valid MOT certificate following the September 2025 pass at 110,902 miles, but the maintenance trend is one of gradual deterioration rather than consistent upkeep. That most recent test passed on the same day as a prior failure, indicating the previous owner corrected immediate failures (both front position lamps) rather than addressing underlying wear. The tester repeatedly flagged corrosion on both front suspension arms and the rear sub-frame, each time noting the corrosion was not seriously weakened. Persistent advisories on headlamp clouding and suspension corrosion across consecutive tests suggest cosmetic and structural neglect, even though the vehicle remains legally roadworthy today. The mileage progression tells a clear story of steady, typical use. From 98,058 miles in September 2023 to 104,937 miles in September 2024, the car covered 6,879 miles in twelve months. The jump to 110,902 miles by September 2025 represents 5,965 miles in the following year. This averages roughly 7,922 miles annually across the vehicle’s fourteen-year life, which is unremarkable for a small hatchback. There are no suspicious mileage gaps or rapid accumulations that would suggest odometer tampering or prolonged standing. The record is clean and sequential, with no missing years. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front suspension arms and rear sub-frame, where corrosion has appeared consistently since the 2025 test. Surface rust on sub-frame mounts is common at this age, but the tester’s repeated mention of suspension arm corrosion warrants close examination for pitting or flaking that could indicate deeper structural compromise. The headlamp lenses are going cloudy, which reduces night-time beam intensity and may fail a future retest if not polished or replaced. Both front position lamps failed in the September 2025 pre-test, so the wiring loom and bulb holders should be checked for moisture ingress or corroded contacts rather than assuming simple bulb failure. The 2024 failure for headlamp aim and a non-working windscreen washer points to basic checks being skipped between services. Have the headlamp aim verified on a beam setter and confirm the washer pump, jets, and fluid reservoir are operational. Brake wear and tyre condition are not flagged in the record, but at 110,902 miles, consumable items like brake discs, pads, and suspension bushes are likely approaching replacement. A thorough test drive over rough surfaces will reveal any knocking from worn track rod ends or deteriorating anti-roll bar links that the MOT has not yet caught.