2016 Hyundai I800 2.5L Diesel · GC16 OAO

The 2016 Hyundai I800 remains technically roadworthy but shows a pattern of recurring defects, particularly in tyre wear, brake wear and lighting, as evidenced by the latest MOT on 2025‑08‑11, almost a year before the current date. The trend appears to be worsening rather than stabilising; the 2024‑07‑30 test recorded only a few minor brake‑pad issues, but the 2025‑08‑11 test flagged multiple tyre and lighting failures. Mileage figures show a low annual average of roughly 5,900 miles, with the vehicle covering 58,890 miles over ten years. The most noticeable jump was between 2023‑07‑22 (47,562 miles) and 2024‑07‑30 (53,352 miles), a 5,790‑mile increase in twelve months, which is consistent with the vehicle’s overall light usage. There are no sudden spikes or gaps that would suggest periods of neglect or heavy use. A prospective buyer should focus on the tyre condition; the record indicates that both front and rear tyres have worn to the legal limit or edge on several occasions, signalling either poor tyre management or excessive wear. Brake discs are repeatedly described as worn, pitted or scored, and brake pads are thin, so a thorough inspection of the brake system, including disc thickness and pad wear, is essential. Lighting failures, notably non‑functional front position lamps and an inoperative registration plate lamp, must be verified and repaired. The 2023‑07‑22 failure that the off‑side rear passenger door could not be opened from the outside warrants a check of the door latch and lock mechanism. Bodywork damage noted in 2020 and the presence of child seat fittings that may compromise belt checks also merit inspection. Given the vehicle’s history of repeated tyre, brake and lighting faults, a detailed mechanical inspection is advisable. Verify the integrity of the suspension bushings, look for corrosion on the chassis and braking components, and confirm that all safety systems—seat belts, parking brake, and emergency brake—are fully operational. While the mileage is low, the accumulation of defects suggests that the vehicle may require significant maintenance before it can be considered fully reliable.