2015 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · EX15 VOY

A pattern of brake and tyre wear advisories has emerged on this Hyundai i10 in its later MOT cycles, indicating that consumable components are reaching the thresholds where replacement should be anticipated. The most recent test on 2 March 2026 passed, but three advisories were recorded, including a rear brake disc noted as worn, pitted or scored, and both rear tyres showing slight damage, cracking or perishing. Earlier in 2025 a front brake pad advisory was issued, and the two prior tests in 2024 and 2023 were returned with no defects at all. The only failure on file dates from March 2021, when the nearside front position lamp was not working, an item that was presumably rectified at the same test as the vehicle subsequently passed. Overall the trajectory is one of an ageing small car where braking surfaces, friction material and rear tyres are now accumulating the wear expected of a vehicle over a decade old. Against an age of approximately eleven years, the recorded mileage of 30,003 equates to an average accumulation of roughly 2,700 miles annually, which is markedly below typical usage for a city car of this class. The MOT history shows annual testing without gaps, suggesting the vehicle has remained in regular road use rather than being laid up for extended periods, although the low annual mileage itself points to light duty. Mechanically, such restrained use tends to limit wear on the engine, clutch and drivetrain internals, but it can accelerate ageing of rubber components, brake discs through corrosion, and tyres through sidewall perishing due to prolonged exposure and limited flexing. The rear tyre cracking advisories in 2026 are consistent with this low-mileage, age-related deterioration rather than any specific mechanical fault. A prospective buyer should focus the inspection on the braking system, where the rear disc scoring advisory and the prior front pad wear note suggest both ends warrant close assessment. On a test drive, listen for any grinding or pulsation through the pedal under firm braking, which could indicate the pitted rear disc has worn beyond its service limit, and check that the handbrake holds the vehicle securely on an incline, as rear brake condition directly influences handbrake performance. Inspect the rear discs visually through the wheels for deep lipping, blueing from overheating or heavy surface corrosion around the outer edge, and verify the front pads have adequate friction material remaining, ideally above 2 mm, given the 2025 advisory. The tyres should also be examined in detail for sidewall cracking, bulges or cuts, particularly on the rear pair, and replacements considered if the cracking extends into the tread grooves, as this can compromise roadworthiness. Further checks should include a thorough walkaround at dusk or in a dark garage to confirm all position lamps, including the nearside front unit replaced after the 2021 failure, are functioning correctly, as lighting faults have historically been flagged on this car. Given the very low annual mileage, it is also worth examining items that deteriorate with age rather than use, such as the condition of the exhaust hangers and rubber mountings, the flexibility of the suspension bushes, and the operation of the handbrake mechanism, which can seize on lightly used vehicles. On the move, listen for any clonks or knocks from the suspension over uneven surfaces, check for steering pull or uneven tyre wear suggesting alignment or damper issues, and verify that the engine starts promptly without hesitation, as low-mileage cars can occasionally exhibit flat spots or fuel system stagnation. Any signs of oil seepage around the engine or gearbox should also be noted during the under-bonnet inspection.