2019 Hyundai I30 2.0L Petrol · KA11 MCX

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding the front suspension components. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 44,666 miles passed, the tester identified cracking in both nearside and offside front suspension arm bushes. This follows a similar advisory from the March 2025 test at 31,789 miles where both front bushes were noted as perishing. The progression from slight cracking to visible wear suggests these components are reaching the end of their functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 6,400 miles per year over its seven-year lifespan. There is a significant gap in usage between May 2022 and May 2023, where the car covered only 4,905 miles, followed by a more rapid accumulation of over 30,000 miles in the subsequent three years. This low annual mileage often leads to the premature degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the perishing tyres and noted in the 2023 and 2025 records. A buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension to check for the extent of the bushing play, as these faults have appeared in the two consecutive tests and will likely require replacement soon to prevent steering geometry issues or uneven tyre wear. The 2025 advisory regarding an offside rear tyre worn to the legal limit indicates that tyre maintenance has been neglected in the past, necessitating a thorough check of all remaining tread depths and sidewall cracking due to the vehicle's age.