2017 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · FH66 LLM

A consistently clean MOT history across five consecutive annual tests positions this 2017 Hyundai i20 as a well-maintained example within its class. The most recent test on 7 January 2026 returned a pass with no advisories or defects recorded, and the four preceding tests in January 2025, January 2024, January 2023, and January 2022 all followed suit with equally clean sheets. The absence of any recorded advisories over this five-year window suggests that the critical safety items examined under the MOT regime, including the braking system, suspension components, tyres, exhaust integrity, and structural corrosion, have not yet reached a state requiring inspector comment. While a clean MOT record does not constitute a guarantee of mechanical condition between tests, it does indicate that the vehicle has remained within prescribed roadworthiness thresholds at every annual assessment, pointing to stable and steady mechanical health. With 73,722 miles recorded against a nine-year manufacturing age, the i20 has covered approximately 8,191 miles per year on average, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a vehicle of this type and age. The MOT testing cadence has remained consistent on a roughly annual basis, with no prolonged gaps that might indicate the vehicle was laid up, off the road, or stored unused for extended stretches. The steady accumulation of mileage without any recorded spikes between tests suggests regular, predictable driving patterns rather than the heavy commercial use or intermittent short-trip operation that can accelerate wear on certain components. This usage profile is mechanically favourable: it tends to keep the drivetrain properly warmed through regular running, allows brake components to self-clean through normal operation, and reduces the risk of seal drying or corrosion associated with vehicles that stand unused for long periods. For a prospective buyer conducting a physical inspection, attention should focus on the areas most likely to manifest wear at this mileage in a vehicle with an otherwise unblemished record. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking noises from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, as the front wishbones, anti-roll bar drop links, and lower ball joints on the i20 are known to begin showing play once the vehicle passes the 60,000-mile threshold. Apply the brakes firmly from moderate speed and check for any pedal judder, vibration through the steering wheel, or pulling to one side, all of which could indicate worn front brake discs or uneven pad wear that has not yet been flagged at test. Steering should feel precise and self-centring without looseness or clonking on full lock, and the clutch should engage smoothly without slipping under acceleration or exhibiting any shudder. Under the bonnet, inspect for any signs of oil seepage around the engine and gearbox joins, as well as the condition of the coolant and brake fluid, which would not typically be flagged at MOT but warrant a visual check at this age. Examine the exhaust system along its full length for rust, particularly at the mounting rubber locations and around the rear silencer, given the vehicle's age and exposure to road salt during winter months. The underside should be checked for any surface corrosion on suspension components, brake lines, and the rear axle assembly, even though none has been recorded at test. Finally, verify that all tyres are of matching make and tread depth above 1.6mm across the full width, and confirm that the service history supports the recorded mileage, as consistent maintenance will be the best indicator of continued mechanical reliability beyond the clean MOT record presented here.