2014 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · FN64 LVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass on May 20, 2026, 30,799 miles. The maintenance trend shows an improving trajectory as the owner has successfully addressed critical mechanical and structural failures identified in previous years. While the 2024 and 2025 tests revealed multiple defects, the most recent inspection indicates no outstanding faults, suggesting the necessary repairs were completed to bring the car to current standards. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 12-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,567 miles per year. There is a consistent pattern of roughly 2,500 miles between 2024 and 2025, with another 3,500 miles leading into the 2026 test. This low usage typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine, but it often leads to age-related degradation of rubber-based components, which appear to have suffered here due to time rather than distance traveled. A physical inspection must focus on the front sub-frame to monitor the corrosion noted in May 2025. Although the tester stated it was not seriously weakened at that time, rust on low-mileage cars can progress rapidly if left untreated. The buyer should also verify the braking system condition, as the history shows thin front pads and a lagging offside front caliper in 2024. These issues suggest that the brake components may have seized or corroded during long periods of inactivity. The recurring advisories regarding tyre perishing and structural cracking in 2024 and 2025 highlight that the rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life. You should check all sidewalls for deep cracking or dry rot, as the low mileage does not prevent tyres from hardening. While the car has passed its latest test, the history of tyre-related failures and structural corrosion necessitates a close look at the suspension bushings and the integrity of the chassis mounting points.