2020 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · EX70 ORW

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test on 27th May 2026 at 52,816 miles resulted in a failure due to a defective side repeater and a perished nearside rear tyre. While the car passed immediately after these repairs, the recurrence of minor electrical and rubber defects suggests the owner only addresses faults when necessitated by the MOT tester rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year over its six-year life. Between July 2023 at 22,822 miles and June 2025 at 41,251 miles, the car covered nearly 18,000 miles, followed by a further 11,565 miles in the final year leading up to the dectober test. This steady accumulation indicates regular use which is generally beneficial for mechanical components to prevent seizing or corrosion associated with long periods of standing. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension geometry, as the June 2025 advisory for a nearside front tyre worn on the edge often indicates alignment issues or worn control arm bushes. The 2024 report of thin brake pads on both front and rear suggests the braking system is nearing the end of its service interval, requiring a check of remaining pad thickness and disc condition. Given the recent failure for a perished tyre, the age and rubber condition of all remaining tyres should be verified to ensure they have not suffered from dry rot despite the low mileage.