2013 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · EX63 CWE

A persistent pattern of structural, braking, and electrical component failures defines the MOT history of this 2013 Hyundai i20, culminating in a clean pass recorded on 2026-04-29 after a succession of multiple failures in previous years. Rather than showing a straightforward path of improving roadworthiness, the vehicle has repeatedly required significant mechanical intervention to clear major and dangerous defects, including critical issues with rear brake pipes, parking brakes, front suspension arm bushes, and an inoperative driver's airbag flagged as recently as late 2025. This history indicates that while immediate compliance was achieved for the latest test, underlying wear across braking, steering, and safety systems has been a recurrent theme. Accumulating 85,037 miles over its roughly 13-year lifespan places the vehicle at an average of approximately 6,541 miles per year, representing typical annual usage rather than excessive highway miles or prolonged periods of inactivity. This consistent mileage accrual means that standard mechanical components have experienced steady, age-related wear rather than the accelerated fatigue associated with high-mileage commercial duties or the degradation sometimes seen in long-term storage. However, the mileage total is high enough for structural suspension and braking assemblies to have reached natural service limits, as evidenced by the recurring nature of the component defects documented in the testing record. Prospective buyers must conduct a rigorous physical inspection focusing on the specific areas repeatedly flagged by test examiners, paying particular attention to the front suspension arm rear bushes and the condition of the rear brake lines and discs. During the static inspection, verify that the airbag warning light illuminates and extinguishes correctly upon starting the engine, and check all exterior lighting and registration plate lamps. On the test drive, listen carefully for any knocking or clunking noises from the front suspension when travelling over uneven road surfaces or speed humps, which would indicate renewed wear in the control arm bushes. Further testing of the vehicle on the road should involve applying the parking brake on a steep incline to ensure it holds securely on both sides, resolving the historical failures noted with unbalanced rear braking and inoperative parking brake linkages. Check the brake pedal feel for any judder or excessive travel that might point to lingering issues with the rear brake discs or calipers, and inspect the engine bay and underside for any signs of exhaust leaks or corrosion along the rear brake pipes over the axle. Ensuring these previously defective items have been thoroughly and permanently repaired is essential before committing to the purchase.