2013 Hyundai I30 1.6L Diesel · FL13 VMF

The most recent MOT on 25 February 2026 recorded a failure for the near‑side rear shock absorber leaking oil, a corroded rear coil spring, insufficient washer fluid and general corrosion. A simultaneous “passed” entry lists the same rear‑suspension defects, indicating they were deemed minor enough to pass but still flagged as faults. Across the last three years a clear pattern of suspension wear has emerged. In 2025 the car suffered fractured front coil springs, excessive play in the near‑side track‑rod ball joint and a severely deteriorated CV boot. In 2026 the rear coil spring is now corroded and the rear shock is leaking oil. The recurring issues with springs, shock absorbers and ball‑joint dust covers suggest the suspension components are progressively degrading rather than stabilising. At 130,198 mi for a 13‑year‑old vehicle the mileage works out to roughly 10,000 mi per year – a figure that sits squarely in the normal range. It does not point to extreme hard‑use, but it also does not rule out periods of light use followed by higher‑stress driving. In short, the mileage signal is ambiguous; wear on consumables is likely moderate but not excessive. For a buyer the priority should be a thorough visual and functional inspection of the rear suspension: check the condition of the rear coil spring, shock absorber for oil leaks, and surrounding mounts for corrosion.