2017 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · EU67 RFN

The 2017 Hyundai i10 most recently passed its MOT on 15 October 2025, with no failures recorded but four advisories noted concerning tyre perishing on three of the four wheels and exhaust corrosion. Looking at the broader history, the maintenance trend is broadly stable but with a clear pattern of age-related deterioration rather than mechanical neglect. The vehicle has never failed on a structural, emission, or major mechanical defect, and the only outright failure occurred on 1 October 2024 when the pads were found to be below the 1.5 mm minimum thickness, a dangerous defect that has since been rectified as evidenced by the subsequent pass. The recurring advisories across multiple tests, particularly around brake discs and tyres, suggest a car that has been used fairly lightly but is beginning to show the cumulative effects of age and standing periods rather than aggressive wear from high mileage. With 47,705 miles recorded over approximately nine years, this i10 has covered an annual average of around 5,300 miles, which is notably low for its age and indicates a vehicle that has either been used primarily for short urban journeys or has spent considerable time standing. The mileage progression between tests, roughly 4,000 to 6,000 miles per year, is consistent and shows no sudden spikes that might suggest taxi, delivery, or motorway commuter use. Low annual mileage of this nature carries its own set of mechanical implications; standing accelerates corrosion on brake discs, underbody components, and exhaust systems, and short journeys prevent the engine and transmission from reaching full operating temperature, which can lead to moisture accumulation in the oil and premature degradation of brake fluid. The advisories already recorded on exhaust corrosion and pitted brake discs confirm that standing-related wear is the dominant theme here rather than outright mechanical fatigue. For a prospective buyer, the recurring tyre perishing advisories on the nearside and offside rear, and now also the offside front, are particularly significant because rubber degrades with calendar age as much as through use, and perished sidewalls are a safety concern even when tread depth remains adequate. A physical inspection should include a close examination of all four tyres for sidewall perishing, cracking, or bulging, and budget for a full set of replacements should be factored in if any show advanced deterioration. On a test drive, listen for any brake shudder or vibration through the steering wheel under moderate braking, as the recurring advisories on pitted front brake discs and the earlier worn rear discs suggest corrosion pitting that will worsen with further standing; also listen for any grinding or squealing that might indicate binding calipers, which is common on low-use vehicles. The exhaust corrosion advisory warrants a thorough under-vehicle inspection for rust bubbling or hanger failure, and any clonking noises over bumps would confirm deterioration. Given the offside outer sill damage advisory noted in 2024, the sill area should be inspected for corrosion spreading from any impact point, as this is a known weak area on older i10s. Beyond the recorded defects, the low-mileage profile means several age-related service items deserve close attention regardless of MOT findings. The 12V battery is likely approaching the end of its typical service life of five to seven years, so its state of charge and date code should be checked, and a weak battery can cause erratic electronics in modern Hyundais. Brake fluid should be confirmed as recently changed, as it is hygroscopic and degrades on a calendar basis irrespective of mileage, with a four-year replacement interval being the industry recommendation; similarly, coolant and transmission fluid should be verified against the service schedule rather than assumed good on age alone. The engine oil and filter are likely due on a time basis if not on mileage, given the low annual accumulation, and the oil leak advisory on the offside front driveshaft seal recorded in 2021 should be rechecked for any seepage on the undertray or transmission housing. Finally, confirm that the service book is fully stamped and that cambelt or timing chain replacement intervals have been observed if applicable, as these time-based services are often overlooked on low-mileage cars where the owner has relied on mileage alone.