2011 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · ET11 SHV

The vehicle presents a history of developing mechanical issues related to its age and mileage. In the most recent test on October 30, 2025 at 139,477 miles, the car failed due to corroded rear brake pipes on both sides which were obscured by grease, alongside a failed nearside front headlamp. The tester also identified corrosion on the front suspension arms on both sides. While the vehicle passed following these repairs, these findings indicate that the underbody components are beginning to degrade significantly. The presence of grease on brake lines suggests a previous attempt to mask corrosion or a messy repair without thorough cleaning. At 139,477 miles over 15 years, the Hyundai has averaged approximately 9,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small city car. The mileage progression shows consistent annual testing, but the recurring mentions of corrosion in the suspension and brake systems are expected for a high-mileage vehicle of this era. The 2022 test at 117,806 miles noted a nearside rear tyre reaching legal limits, suggesting that basic consumable upkeep has been reactive rather than proactive. The brake system shows a trend of wear, with rear brake discs noted as worn and pitted in both the 2023 and 2024 tests. While these were not failures at the time, the combination of pitted discs and corroded pipes reported in 2025 indicates that the braking hardware requires close monitoring. A buyer should inspect the front suspension arms specifically for structural thinning to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond the not seriously weakened status previously accepted by the tester. The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the aging underbody components are entering a phase where frequent maintenance costs are likely.