2013 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · FG13 ATV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a recent trend of deteriorating suspension and rubber components. While the car passed its July 2025 test at 38,575 miles, it followed a failure just one day prior at 38,572 miles. That failure identified a fractured nearside coil spring and serious fluid leaks from both rear shock absorbers. The subsequent pass noted advisories for worn anti-roll bar linkage joints and a suspension arm bush, indicating that the front suspension is reaching the end of its service life. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging fewer than 3,000 miles per year. This low usage is evident between 2022 and 2025, where the car covered only 3,555 miles over three years. However, such low mileage often correlates with age-related degradation rather than mechanical wear. The July 2025 advisory regarding perishing and cracking tyres is a classic symptom of a vehicle that sits for long periods, as the rubber compounds dry out over time rather than wearing down through friction. A buyer must perform a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension anti-roll bar linkages and the offside front suspension arm bush, as these were flagged in the most recent test. The rear shock absorbers should be checked for any residual weeping to ensure the previous repair was effective. Given the 2022 report of binding rear brakes and pitted front discs, the braking system should be inspected for corrosion or seized calipers caused by inactivity. Finally, the tyres should be evaluated for deep sidewall cracking, as they likely require replacement despite having sufficient tread depth.