2013 Hyundai I20 1.4L Petrol · J8 FDL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While it passed its latest test in June 2026 at 149,891 miles, it had failed just weeks prior due to a seat belt buckle, incorrect headlamp aim, and an oil leak. The recurring failures suggest a pattern where faults are only addressed immediately before an MOT expiry, as seen with the seat belt buckle which persisted across multiple tests between 2019 and 2026. The mileage progression is consistent with a thirteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage noted between May 2021 at 78,819 miles and May 2022 at 100,853 miles, covering over 22,000 miles in a single year. Since then, the accumulation has returned to a steady rate of roughly 12,000 to 13,000 miles annually, which places standard wear on components like the suspension and braking system. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry closely, as the record shows a long history of worn wishbone bushes and uneven tyre wear dating back to 2019. The fracture of the nearside front coil spring in 2025 indicates that suspension components are reaching their fatigue limit. Additionally, the non-excessive oil leak noted in 2026 requires a physical inspection to determine if it is a minor gasket seal or a more significant engine issue that could worsen rapidly. Specific attention should also be paid to the ABS and electronic stability control systems which triggered a failure in 2024. Although these passed since, the recent history of structural tyre bulges in both 2024 and 2025 suggests the previous owners ignored critical safety depletions until failure. The driver-side seat belt buckle should be checked for functionality to ensure the locking mechanism is secure and not merely a cosmetic fix for the test.