2015 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · LL65 HDJ

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 20 January 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, representing a clean bill of roadworthiness at the time of test. Prior to this, the car passed on 18 January 2024 and 19 January 2023, again with no defects noted. There is a recorded fail on 16 January 2025, but interestingly a pass is also logged on the same date; this typically indicates a minor issue was identified and rectified between an initial failure and a same-day or near-immediate retest, with no specific defect categorised by the testing station. Overall, the MOT history demonstrates a stable and consistent maintenance trend with no recurring or advisory items flagged across four consecutive test cycles, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in good mechanical order or that wear-related items have been addressed promptly as they have arisen. With 42,890 miles recorded over approximately 11 years, this Hyundai i10 has covered roughly 3,900 miles annually, which is notably low for its age and class. Such modest annual usage is consistent with a second car, short urban journeys, or periods of inactivity between drives. While low mileage reduces wear on major mechanical components such as the engine, clutch, and transmission, it does introduce age-related concerns. Vehicles that spend long periods standing are prone to corrosion on brake discs, binding or seized brake calipers, and deterioration of rubber and plastic components that age irrespective of mileage accumulation. From a buyer inspection perspective, particular attention should be paid to the braking system. Given the low usage profile, the brake discs may exhibit surface corrosion or pitting, and it is worth checking that the calipers release cleanly without the handbrake binding or pulling. During a test drive, listen for any scraping, grinding, or pulsation through the brake pedal, which could indicate warped or heavily corroded discs requiring replacement. The tyres should also be carefully inspected for sidewall cracking, perishing, or crazing brought on by age rather than tread wear, as the existing tyres may be several years old despite retaining legal tread depth. Check the date code on the sidewall and confirm none are over six years of age. Other age-appropriate items warrant due diligence. A low-mileage car is heavily reliant on a healthy 12V battery, which can degrade from infrequent use and short trips that do not allow full recharge; the battery should be load-tested or replaced if there is any doubt. Inspect the underside and around the suspension components for surface corrosion on coil springs, subframes, and braking lines, paying close attention to the condition of suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links for any cracking or splitting. Verify that the service history includes regular oil and filter changes at calendar-appropriate intervals, ideally every 12 months or 10,000 miles, as engine oil degrades with time regardless of mileage. Coolant and brake fluid should have been renewed within the last two to three years, and confirmation of timing belt or chain replacement history should be sought, as this is a critical interval-based service item on the i10. Finally, confirm all warning lamps extinguish promptly after ignition and that the air conditioning and heater blowers function correctly, as these ancillary systems often reveal neglect on low-use vehicles.