2014 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · FD14 TPV

The most recent MOT test on 2026-07-27 shows this Hyundai i20 has been driven for nearly a year without a new test—an unusually long gap given the standard 12-month validity. The last official assessment on 2025-08-30 resulted in a double failure at the same mileage (97,932), despite no defects being recorded on either attempt. This is highly irregular; typically, a failure would prompt an immediate re-test with specific faults addressed. The absence of any advisories or defects across five tests (2023–2025) suggests the vehicle passed all mandatory checks, but the repeated failures at the same date imply either administrative confusion, a test centre error, or a deliberate bypass of required inspections. The lack of any advisories in the passing tests also means no recurring issues were flagged for attention, though this does not preclude hidden wear. The mileage progression of 8,161 miles annually is typical for a vehicle of this age, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged inactivity. The consistent 12-month intervals between tests (2023–2024, 2024–2025) confirm regular annual servicing, though the double failure in 2025 stands out as an anomaly. There are no gaps suggesting the car was left unused for extended periods, nor are there signs of aggressive driving—both of which could accelerate wear on suspension, brakes, or drivetrain components. The recorded mileage aligns with expected usage patterns for a 12-year-old vehicle, though the lack of service records beyond MOTs means critical maintenance intervals (e.g., timing belt, valve clearances) cannot be verified. Given the clean MOT history but the unusual double failure, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the braking system, particularly the rear calipers and discs, as binding brakes were the most common failure reason in recent years. The suspension should be checked for worn or leaking bushes, corroded coil springs, and excessive play in the steering rack or ball joints—common issues in this model at this mileage. Corrosion in wheel arches, sills, and subframes should also be assessed, especially if the vehicle has seen winter road salt exposure. The double failure in 2025 warrants scrutiny of the test centre’s process, but unless the buyer has access to the original failure reports, no further details can be confirmed. A pre-purchase inspection would confirm whether the vehicle’s condition matches the MOT’s implied reliability.