2018 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · FN18 ORK

A consistent pattern of MOT pass results with zero advisories or defects recorded across five consecutive tests demonstrates this Hyundai i10 has held its roadworthiness firmly over the test cycle. The most recent examination on 15 October 2025 returned a clean pass, mirroring the outcomes from 2021 through 2024, with no items called out for monitoring or repair at any stage. For a 2018 vehicle approaching eight years of age, an entirely clean advisory record is unusual and points to either genuine mechanical soundness, light usage, or the possibility that wear-related issues have not yet crossed the failure threshold. Either way, the test history offers no documented evidence of developing corrosion, brake wear, suspension degradation, or exhaust deterioration. Against an average annual accumulation of roughly 3,851 miles, this i10 is well below the typical mileage expected for its age bracket, which usually sits in the 6,000 to 8,000 mile range for small city cars. Five consecutive tests have been conducted at almost exactly annual intervals between October 2021 and October 2025, with no missed tests or extended gaps that would suggest long periods off the road. The mileage spread across those five test points appears broadly consistent, indicating the vehicle has remained in regular, if modest, use rather than being stored for prolonged periods. Mechanically, lower annual mileage of this nature generally preserves interior trim and reduces wear on high-cycle components like the clutch, brake friction material, and engine internals, though it can place slightly greater stress on rubber seals, gaiters, and brake discs through periods of light use combined with moisture exposure. Because the MOT history contains no flagged components, buyer inspection should concentrate on areas where low-mileage city cars commonly begin to show age before they fail an official test. Pay close attention to the underside and suspension arms on a lift or ramp, looking for any surface corrosion on the front subframe, lower wishbones, or rear axle components, as the i10 is known to develop localised rust in these areas from road salt exposure. On the test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the front suspension over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which would indicate worn anti-roll bar bushes or dropping suspension links. Steering should feel precise without vibration through the wheel, and any pulling to one side under braking could signal a binding front caliper rather than pad wear. The braking system warrants particular scrutiny at this mileage, as discs can develop a corrosion lip and surface pitting from infrequent use rather than wear from friction material depletion. On the road, the pedal should feel firm and progressive with no judder or pulsing through the wheel when coming to a stop from around 30 mph. Check visually that the brake discs have a smooth, uniform surface with an unblemished edge and no deep ridges. Inspect all four tyres for uneven shoulder wear, which can suggest misalignment from worn suspension bushes, and confirm there is no cracking or perishing in the sidewalls from age. Finally, examine the engine bay and undertray for any oil residue around the cam cover gasket, oil filter housing, and lower engine seals, and verify the coolant and brake fluid reservoirs show clean fluid at the correct levels, as these are service items that a low-mileage owner may have overlooked.