2017 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · EO17 MPZ

A consistently clean MOT history defines this 2017 Hyundai i10, with every recorded annual examination returning a pass and no advisories, defects, or component failures logged across the five tests spanning 2022 to 2025. The most recent assessment on 14 August 2025 confirmed roadworthiness without a single advisory item, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean passes that suggests the vehicle has been mechanically well maintained within its tested parameters. The single failure recorded on 21 August 2023 is notable only because the DVSA log shows no defects associated with it, indicating the failure was almost certainly an administrative or procedural matter such as a tyre change requirement at the time of test, an expired previous certificate, or a dashboard warning lamp that was resolved immediately; the same date carries a pass entry, confirming the vehicle was re-presented and cleared on the same day. With no repeat advisories, no corrosion flagged on structural or suspension components, and no brake, exhaust, or lighting concerns ever recorded, the i10 presents an unusually tidy official test record for a nine year old city car. Recorded mileage of 47,476 miles against a 2017 registration equates to an average of roughly 5,275 miles per year, which sits firmly in low‑annual‑accumulation territory for a vehicle of this age. MOT test intervals have been kept to a regular annual cadence with no significant gaps, and the mileage progression between tests appears steady and consistent, indicating the car has been in continuous, active use rather than left standing for extended periods. Mechanically, this kind of modest mileage profile places far less stress on wear items like clutch friction material, brake discs and pads, and drivetrain components than a high‑mileage equivalent would experience, though it does mean standing time can introduce its own issues around rubber seals, brake caliper slide pins, and underbody corrosion if the vehicle has spent long stretches outdoors. For a prospective buyer, the absence of any recorded advisories means there are no specific flagged parts to prioritise, but the test drive should still focus on the components most commonly found wanting on a low‑mileage i10 of this generation. Listen for any clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed bumps, which would suggest worn lower arm bushes or anti‑roll bar drop links; gently push each front corner to check for top mount play or coil spring fatigue. At low speed, apply the brakes firmly to confirm a straight, even pedal feel without judder or pull to either side, as seized caliper slider pins are a known weak point on small Hyundais that can sit unevenly when lightly used. With the engine idling from cold, check for any blue or excessive white smoke from the exhaust, listen for timing chain rattle on start‑up, and ensure the clutch bites high and smoothly without slipping under acceleration in third or fourth gear. On the road, pay particular attention to steering precision, as any vagueness, knocking through the rack, or uneven tyre wear on the inside or outside shoulders could hint at worn track‑rod ends or front strut top mounts not yet severe enough to trigger an MOT advisory but worth addressing. Check the underside visually for any fresh surface rust, particularly around the rear axle beam, floor pans, and brake pipe unions, as the clean MOT record does not preclude the early stages of corrosion given the vehicle's age. Inspect all tyres for even tread depth across the width, as inside‑edge wear would suggest geometry issues, and confirm the service history includes timely replacement of the cambelt and water pump if due, along with recent brake fluid and coolant changes. Given the unblemished MOT file, a careful walk‑around, thorough test drive, and independent pre‑purchase inspection remain the strongest safeguards before committing to purchase.