2018 Hyundai I30 1.0L Petrol · GJ18 LRV

This 2018 Hyundai i30 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a fully clean MOT pass on 14 April 2026 at 66,156 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a strong result for a vehicle approaching eight years of age. The record shows a clear resolution of the braking issues that surfaced in the 2024 test cycle, indicating the previous owner addressed the faults promptly rather than allowing them to persist. The mileage accumulation is consistent and unremarkable, averaging roughly 8,270 miles per year, which sits squarely within typical use for this age bracket. The annual tests from 2023 through 2026 show steady increments of approximately 6,000 to 6,300 miles per year, with no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest long periods of disuse or odometer irregularities. The 2025 test recorded 59,816 miles and the 2026 test recorded 66,156 miles, confirming regular annual use right up to the present. The 2024 test cycle is the only area of concern worth examining. On 18 April 2024 at 54,000 miles, the vehicle failed with worn front brake discs, pitted and scored rear brake discs, and an excessively binding offside rear service brake. The very next day, 19 April 2024, it passed with the same disc wear noted as advisories but no longer failing, suggesting the binding caliper was freed or replaced and the discs were assessed as serviceable. A prospective buyer should still inspect the rear braking assembly in person, paying particular attention to caliper slide pins, the handbrake mechanism on the offside rear, and the condition of the rear brake discs and pads for any uneven wear or heat damage that might indicate a lingering drag issue. Beyond the brakes, the clean 2025 and 2026 passes suggest no emerging structural or mechanical defects. Still, a physical inspection of the underside for corrosion on suspension mounting points, subframe condition, and exhaust system integrity remains prudent for any vehicle of this age. The front brake discs flagged as worn in 2024 were not flagged in subsequent tests, implying they were replaced, so checking for aftermarket or non-standard fitment would be worthwhile. Overall, the MOT record paints a picture of a well-maintained vehicle with one resolved braking fault and no recurring defects.