2014 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · KY14 DBV

The 2014 Hyundai i10 presents a broadly stable maintenance trend, though the most recent MOT activity in February 2026 introduces a notable deviation from an otherwise clean record. The vehicle passed its test on 26 February 2026 at 24,307 miles with zero defects. However, on the same date and at the same recorded mileage, a separate failure was logged, flagging an offside rear tyre showing cracking or perishing, a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit, and a deteriorated offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer preventing the ingress of dirt. The presence of both a pass and a failure on the identical date and mileage suggests a retest following a remedial inspection or repair. The tyre and ball joint dust cover items are relatively minor in isolation, but their simultaneous appearance after years of fault-free testing indicates a lapse in routine checks or a period of reduced attention to basic upkeep. The mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a twelve-year-old city car. Between the February 2023 test at 18,182 miles and the February 2026 test at 24,307 miles, the vehicle covered just 6,125 miles across three years, averaging roughly 2,042 miles annually. Prior to that, the annual figure was similarly modest, sitting at approximately 2,026 miles per year over the vehicle's full life. Such low usage points to short urban trips or extended periods of inactivity, both of which carry their own risks. Prolonged standing can cause tyre sidewall perishing, brake disc surface corrosion, and dried-out rubber seals, which aligns with the tyre and ball joint dust cover defects flagged in February 2026. The sparse but consistent annual testing pattern, with no gaps exceeding twelve months, at least confirms the vehicle has remained in continuous use and taxation. A buyer inspecting this i10 in person should focus on the components specifically flagged in the February 2026 failure. The offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover, if still original or only recently replaced, warrants close examination for splits or displacement, as a failed cover accelerates joint wear and can lead to unpredictable steering play. Both the nearside front and offside rear tyres should be checked for remaining tread depth, sidewall integrity, and date codes, given the cracking and wear noted. Beyond the recorded defects, low-mileage city cars of this age frequently suffer from corroded brake discs and pads due to light use and standing, so a thorough brake inspection is advisable. The underside should be examined for surface corrosion on suspension mounting points, subframes, and exhaust hangers, particularly if the vehicle has been stored outdoors or used on salted roads during winter months.