2014 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · HV63 TZF

The 2014 Hyundai i10 presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT, conducted on 16 January 2026 at 60,050 miles, passed but flagged a cluster of new defects that were entirely absent from the previous four consecutive clean tests. Both rear tyres showed cracking and perishing, while both front tyres were worn to the legal limit, with the offside front exhibiting uneven inner and outer edge wear suggesting possible wheel alignment or suspension geometry issues. Both rear shock absorbers were noted as having slight external casing damage and corrosion, and general underbody corrosion was recorded. This represents a clear deterioration in condition compared to the stable, defect-free record seen between January 2023 and January 2025. The mileage profile is notably low for a twelve-year-old vehicle. At approximately 5,004 miles per year, the i10 has seen light use. The record shows a gap of over two years between the December 2021 test at 47,032 miles and the January 2023 test at 52,789 miles, during which the car covered roughly 5,757 miles. From January 2023 to January 2026, the vehicle added just 7,261 miles across three years, averaging under 2,500 miles annually. Such low annual mileage can lead to age-related deterioration, including perished rubber components and corrosion from prolonged standing, which aligns with the tyre and underbody corrosion findings in the latest test. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear suspension. The corroded and damaged shock absorber casings on both sides warrant inspection for oil misting, which would indicate failed seals requiring replacement. The uneven front tyre wear pattern, particularly the bald inner edge on the offside, points to possible worn tracking, a damaged track rod end, or a worn front suspension bush. A four-wheel alignment check is advisable before committing to purchase. The general underbody corrosion advisory is the most significant structural concern. On a twelve-year-old city car, corrosion can affect brake lines, fuel lines, subframes, and mounting points. A physical inspection on a ramp is essential to determine whether the corrosion is superficial surface rust or has progressed to structural compromise. The perished rear tyres will need immediate replacement regardless of remaining tread, as aged rubber loses integrity and poses a genuine failure risk at speed.