2018 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · GJ68 CVB

The vehicle holds a current valid MOT following the July 2025 test at 47,993 miles, yet the record indicates a deteriorating condition regarding rubber components and braking friction material. While the car passed, the tester flagged front brake pads as wearing thin and both rear tyres as slightly damaged or perishing. This follows a pattern established in the previous year where front inner pads and nearside rear pads also required attention alongside tyres showing edge wear. The recurrence of tyre perishing in 2022, 2024, and 2025 suggests prolonged periods of inactivity rather than standard driving wear. A failed test in July 2023 for windscreen wipers further highlights intermittent maintenance oversights. With nearly 48,000 miles recorded against an eight-year lifespan, this example averages roughly 6,000 miles annually. Such low usage often correlates with storage-related degradation rather than high-mileage mechanical fatigue. The gap between the July 2024 and July 2025 readings shows an accumulation of approximately 10,000 miles within twelve months, which aligns with typical private use. The consistency of the annual testing schedule confirms regular statutory compliance despite the infrequent operation. A prospective buyer must prioritise inspecting the rear tyre sidewalls for dry rot before committing to purchase, as the repeated advisory notes indicate compound hardening from lack of movement. The front brake pads require immediate measurement during a physical assessment to determine if replacement is necessary upon acquisition. Given the low mileage profile, verify that the suspension bushings and caliper pistons have not seized from disuse, checking specifically for corrosion on the wheel hubs and brake discs. Addressing these items ensures the vehicle remains compliant without unexpected costs arising from neglected long-term storage effects.