2011 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · FV11 EXP

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding corrosion-related components. While it passed its latest test in April 2026 at 88,680 miles, it failed just days prior due to corroded rear coil springs, corroded suspension arms, and a split front CV boot. The recurring presence of corrosion on the rear suspension and brake lines across the last five years suggests that the vehicle's chassis is subject to significant environmental degradation despite the relatively low annual mileage. At 88,680 miles over 15 years, the car has covered a low average of approximately 5,900 miles per year. This low usage pattern often leads to rubber components drying out and failing, which is evidenced by records of perishing tyres in 2023 and 2021, alongside structural tears in tyres noted previously. The gap between 2020 and 2021 shows a period where the vehicle may have sat stationary, which frequently contributes to the accelerated corrosion seen in later MOT-related tests. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the structural integrity of the underside and suspension. The tester consistently flagged the nearside rear brake pipe for corrosion starting in 2022, which persisted through multiple tests. The recent failure in 2026 regarding corroded coil springs and suspension arms indicates that while these parts were not yet weakened enough to fail immediately, they are nearing a point of structural compromise. The buyer should also verify that the front outer CV boot was replaced following the April 2026 failure, as allowing ingress of dirt will lead to rapid joint failure if not addressed.