2014 Hyundai I30 1.6L Diesel · EX14 XEF

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline regarding suspension and tyres. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 77,029 miles, the tester flagged defects in the offside front track rod end ball joint and two tyres. This represents a progression of issues from the November 2024 test at 65,214 miles, where the same track rod end and a suspension arm bush were first noted. The mileage profile is consistent with low-average usage for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year. There is no evidence of rapid accumulation, though there is a notable gap between the April 2023 and November 2023 tests where the car covered only 830 miles. The clean records between 2022 and early 2023 suggest the vehicle was well-maintained during that period, but the recent advisories indicate that the current owner is failing to address identified degradation of rubber-based suspension components. A buyer must prioritize the front suspension geometry inspection. The recurring faults on the track rod ends and suspension arm bushes indicate that the steering linkage is reaching the end of its service life. These components should be replaced to ensure stable handling and prevent uneven tyre wear. Furthermore, the edge wear on the nearside front and offside rear tyres suggests a misalignment issue that requires a professional wheel alignment once new tyres are fitted to avoid premature failure of the rubber.