2014 Hyundai IX20 1.6L Petrol · FP64 JVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a concerning trend regarding corrosion within the braking system. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 57,139 miles passed, the tester identified four rear brake pipes as corroded and obscured by grease. This is a recurring issue dating back to December 2022 when both the nearside and offside rear pipes were flagged similarly. The use of grease to cover corrosion suggests a reactive approach to passing inspections rather than addressing the underlying degradation. At twelve years old, the vehicle has covered a relatively low mileage of 57,139 miles, averaging approximately 4,700 miles per year. The usage pattern appears remarkably consistent, with annual intervals of roughly 4,000 miles between tests from 2022 and 2025. However, low annual mileage often correlates with accelerated corrosion of rubber components and metal pipes due to vehicle sitting stationary, which explains the persistent surface rust noted in the 2023 and 2024 records. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the undercarriage to determine the extent of the surface rust and whether it has progressed into structural weakness. The 2023 failure revealed an offside front track rod end with play and a binding offside front brake caliper, indicating that suspension and braking components are prone to wear. The presence of underbody covers restricting full inspection in 2023 and 2024 is a significant red flag, as it hides potential structural rot on the chassis and fuel lines. Verification of the brake pipe integrity and suspension bushings is essential to ensure the reported corrosion is not merely surface-level.