2018 Hyundai I30 1.0L Petrol · EX18 OFU

The Hyundai i30’s most recent MOT, conducted on 1 July 2025 at 48,909 miles, passed with no defects—a strong indicator of stable roadworthiness at this stage. The trend over the past year has been positive, with the vehicle clearing its test without advisories or failures, suggesting any prior issues were addressed promptly. However, the 2024 test at 38,417 miles revealed a cluster of minor but recurring faults: worn front brake discs, distorted wheel rims, and tyres approaching or exceeding legal limits. These were not repeated in the 2025 test, implying they were rectified, though the persistence of tyre and wiper blade defects in earlier tests hints at occasional neglect of basic consumables. Mileage accumulation has been steady and typical for the vehicle’s age, averaging around 6,114 miles per year. The gap between the 2022 and 2023 tests—where the car went from 21,811 to 29,825 miles in just over a year—suggests consistent use without prolonged periods of inactivity. The most recent 10,492-mile jump between the 2024 and 2025 tests aligns with this pattern, reinforcing that the car has been driven regularly rather than left idle. There’s no evidence of aggressive mileage accumulation or extreme low usage, which would have raised red flags for suspension or drivetrain wear. For a buyer, the most critical areas to inspect in person are the rear tyres, which showed persistent cracking and perishing in both 2023 and 2024 tests—this could signal exposure to poor conditions or age-related degradation. The front brake system, specifically the discs, was flagged in 2024 but not repeated, so checking for uneven wear or binding calipers would be prudent. The near-side front wheel rim distortion in 2024, though not repeated, suggests a past impact or misalignment issue that may have been corrected; verifying wheel alignment and rim integrity is advisable. Structural components like suspension bushes and coil springs appear unremarkable in the MOT history, but a thorough check for corrosion in wheel arches, sills, or exhaust mounts is recommended, given the vehicle’s age and exposure to UK road conditions.