2012 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · EN12 OBP

This 2012 Hyundai i10 presents a stable and reassuring roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT, conducted on 25 September 2025 at 65,530 miles, passed with zero defects recorded. A clean pass at the latest test, following a similarly clean pass in July 2024, indicates the vehicle has been maintained to a consistent standard with no emerging mechanical or structural concerns flagged by the tester. The mileage pattern tells a clear story of very light use. Between the August 2023 test at 54,996 miles and the July 2024 test at 60,298 miles, the car covered 5,302 miles in roughly eleven months. That rate slowed considerably thereafter, with only 5,232 miles added between July 2024 and September 2025, a span of over a year. At roughly 4,681 miles per year across its fourteen-year life, this is well below the UK average. Such low annual mileage typically reduces wear on consumables and drivetrain components, though prolonged periods of inactivity can introduce its own issues. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer should still carry out a thorough physical inspection. Low-mileage city cars like the i10 often accumulate cosmetic damage and minor suspension wear from urban driving, kerbs, and speed bumps that may not trigger an MOT failure. Check the condition of the tyres for uneven wear or perishing, inspect the underside for surface corrosion on subframes and suspension mounting points, and verify that the exhaust system is free from leaks or deterioration. Test the brakes for any signs of binding or uneven pad wear, and ensure all lights and wipers function correctly. The absence of recorded defects is encouraging, but a hands-on inspection remains essential before purchase.