2012 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · LB61 LLW

Recurring tyre perishing and intermittent component failures define the mechanical record of this vehicle. While the test on 15 December 2025 resulted in a pass, it flagged cracking and perishing on both rear tyres, a defect that previously appeared on the offside rear in 2021. Earlier records show a more volatile period in late 2022 involving a failure for a fluctuating nearside front service brake and a persistent front coolant leak. An average annual accumulation of approximately 5,517 miles is low for a vehicle of this age. This usage pattern often correlates with the type of degradation seen in the MOT history, where rubber components fail due to age-related perishing rather than high-mileage wear. The low mileage suggests the drivetrain has seen limited stress, but the recorded tyre cracking and the previously noted deterioration of the offside front constant velocity boot are typical consequences of a vehicle spending significant time stationary. Inspection should focus heavily on the current state of the tyres, specifically checking the sidewalls of the rear pair for the cracking noted in the December 2025 test. The history of a fluctuating nearside front service brake in 2022 warrants a thorough test drive to ensure the brake pedal feel is consistent and that there is no pulling or judder under medium-to-heavy braking. Particular attention must be paid to the cooling system to verify if the front coolant leak flagged in December 2022 was permanently rectified or remains a slow seep. During the test drive, listen for any clicking or popping sounds from the front offside wheel area during tight turns, which would indicate that the previously deteriorated constant velocity boot has failed and allowed contaminants into the joint.