2011 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · EO61 AEK

The 2025‑09‑18 MOT at 152,137 miles resulted in a pass, yet the record lists several advisory defects that have recurred across previous tests, indicating a maintenance trend that is neither improving nor stabilising. The same front suspension arm ball joints show slight play and severely deteriorated dust covers, the front shock absorbers exhibit light oil misting, the front tyres wear on the inner edge close to the legal limit, and multiple lamp failures have been noted repeatedly. Mileage has climbed from 64,530 miles in the 2017 test to 152,137 miles in the 2025 test, a rise of roughly 87,600 miles over eight years, or about 10,950 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a 15‑year‑old vehicle. The intervals between tests show steady accumulation, with the largest jumps occurring between 2018‑2019 (15,802 miles) and 2024‑2025 (6,436 miles), confirming continuous operation rather than extended periods of inactivity. Recurring faults centre on the front suspension arm ball joints, which have exhibited slight play and severely deteriorated dust covers in every test since 2022, while front shock absorbers show light oil misting and the front tyres display inner‑edge wear close to the legal limit. Brake discs have been recorded as worn, pitted or scored in each test from 2020 onward, and brake pads have been noted as thin repeatedly. Lamp failures, including position, stop and registration plate lamps, also appear consistently. A buyer should therefore inspect the condition of the suspension components, checking for excessive play in the ball joints, integrity of dust covers and shock absorber seals, and verify tyre tread depth and alignment to address the inner‑edge wear. The brake system must be examined for disc scoring, pad thickness and caliper operation, and all lamp functions should be tested to confirm the inoperative items are rectified. Any signs of structural rust or corrosion on the chassis should also be assessed before purchase.