2014 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · EO14 AEF

The 2023‑04‑07 MOT at 108,984 miles passed with no defects recorded, confirming that the Hyundai i30 is presently roadworthy. The record shows a pattern of recurring suspension arm pin and bush wear, tyre tread shortfalls and washer fluid deficiencies in the 2022 and 2023 tests, yet the latest pass indicates that any earlier faults have either been remedied or that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that cleared the inspection. The trend is therefore not clearly improving or worsening; the recent pass suggests current stability. The mileage progression from 61,399 miles in April 2018 to 108,984 miles in April 2023 reflects an average annual increase of roughly 9,000 miles, consistent with typical usage for a 12‑year‑old vehicle. The jump from 61,399 miles in April 2018 to 77,440 miles in March 2019 represents an accumulation of 16,041 miles in just over eleven months, indicating regular driving rather than long periods of inactivity. Intervals between tests are roughly one year, with no extended gaps that would suggest the car has been standing idle. A buyer should therefore focus on the suspension components that have repeatedly been flagged – the front and rear trailing arm bushes and arm pins – checking for excessive play or cracked rubber and verifying that any recent replacement or refurbishment has been completed. Inspect the tyres for tread depth below 1.6 mm, examine the brake system for the caliper hose leak noted in 2018 and the condition of the front discs, which have been reported as worn in earlier tests, and confirm that the washer fluid system now delivers adequate spray. Look for any signs of structural rust behind the undertrays mentioned in the 2021 test and ensure that the headlamp aim and functionality are correct.