2018 Hyundai I30 1.4L Petrol · EY18 HZG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent decline in proactive care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 37,776 miles passed, the tester flagged an advisory for a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit. This follows a significant failure in April 2025 where multiple electrical and tyre faults were identified. The transition from clean records in previous years to recurring defects suggests the vehicle is now entering a phase requiring more consistent mechanical attention. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old car, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. There is a distinct gap in usage between April 2023 at 23,011 miles and April 2024 at 34,611 miles, where the car covered over 11,000 miles in a single year. This low annual mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the 2025 failure regarding cracking and perishing on the rear tyres. Such patterns are common when a vehicle sits stationary for long periods between uses. A buyer must physically inspect the condition of all four tyres, as the history indicates a pattern of uneven wear and age damage. The 2025 failure involving an inoperative Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) warrants a diagnostic scan to ensure no hidden engine fault codes remain that were simply cleared after the test. Additionally, given the low mileage, the brakes should be checked for surface corrosion or seizing, and the suspension bushes should be inspected for cracking to ensure the rubber has remained supple and properly lubricated despite the lack of frequent use.