2009 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · FY09 VLH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 17 July 2026 at 54,798 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend shows signs of improvement following a period of mechanical neglect and safety failures. While the history reveals recurring issues with safety-critical components, the clean sheet from the latest test suggests the current owner is addressing identified faults rather than allowing them to persist indefinitely. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,200 miles per year. There is a notable spike in usage between October 2025 (49,416 miles) and July 2026 (54,798 miles), where the car covered over 5,000 miles in less than ten months. This low annual mileage often leads to the age-related degradation of rubber components, which is consistent with the history of tyre perishing and dust cover failures noted throughout the record. A buyer must focus their physical inspection on the front suspension and braking system due to past failures in these areas. The October 2025 test flagged severely deteriorated suspension arm ball joint dust covers on the nearside front and offside front, which can lead to steering instability. Furthermore, the November 2023 failure revealed a leaking and excessively corroded nearside rear brake pipe. While these appear to be repaired, an inspector should check for new signs of hydraulic fluid leaks or surface corrosion on the brake lines and unions along the chassis. The supplementary restraint system requires specific attention, as the vehicle failed twice for an inoperative airbag or warning light in 2019 and 2021. Although the car has passed since then, the buyer should verify that the warning light does not illuminate upon ignition to ensure the system remains functional. Given the history of perished sidewalls and uneven tyre wear, the current tyres should also be checked for deep-seated cracking, as the low mileage suggests the rubber may be drying out before the tread reaches the legal limit.