2018 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · FE68 KZP

A faultless MOT history across five consecutive tests speaks strongly for the mechanical integrity of this 2018 Hyundai i10. Every annual examination from September 2021 through to the most recent pass on 19 August 2025 has returned a clean result with no advisories, defects, or failure points recorded. That unbroken run of passes indicates that the vehicle has remained compliant with statutory roadworthiness requirements throughout the period covered by testing, with no recurring component wear patterns flagged by examiners at any stage. For a city-oriented supermini of this age, such a pristine record is a positive indicator of structural and mechanical soundness as recorded at the point of test. The recorded mileage of 10,764 miles against an eight-year vehicle age equates to an average annual accumulation of roughly 1,346 miles, which is exceptionally low and consistent with light-use, short-journey, or second-car operation rather than regular daily driving. The MOT entries do not show any anomalous jumps in odometer readings between successive tests, and the steady progression of mileage aligns with what one would expect from occasional rather than habitual use. Mechanically, this profile suggests minimal wear on major drivetrain components, clutches, brake friction material, and suspension consumables, but it also raises the consideration that low-use vehicles can develop issues related to prolonged standing rather than wear, particularly around moisture retention in brake assemblies, drying of rubber seals, and potential flat spots or age-related deterioration in tyres that have been fitted for many years but cover limited mileage. Given the absence of any flagged components in the MOT history, there is no specific defect pattern to investigate, but a prospective buyer should still carry out a targeted physical inspection and test drive to satisfy themselves beyond the paperwork. Listen carefully for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, which would suggest wear in the lower wishbones, anti-roll bar links, or top mount bearings that may not have progressed to advisory level within the tested mileage. Check the steering for any notchiness, vagueness, or uneven self-centring, as the electric power steering system on this generation of i10 is known to develop column issues with age. Inspect the tyres closely for cracking in the sidewalls or tread, as tyres older than five or six years can perish regardless of remaining tread depth, particularly on a vehicle that has covered so few miles. On the road, test the brakes firmly from around 30 mph to check for any pulling to one side, vibration through the pedal, or grinding that could indicate a binding caliper or a corroded rear drum mechanism, both of which can manifest on lightly used cars. Finally, examine the underbody and wheel arches for corrosion, as even clean MOT records do not preclude developing rust on seams or suspension components, and pay particular attention to the exhaust mounting and silencer condition given the low-mileage, short-journey usage pattern that accelerates internal exhaust corrosion through condensation.