2010 Hyundai I10 Comfort 1.2L Petrol · LP59 OMK

The 2010 Hyundai i10 Comfort currently holds a valid MOT, having passed on 20 October 2025 at 19,985 miles, but the maintenance trend is best described as stable with a minor recent blip rather than clean. Two days prior, on 18 October 2025, the car failed the same test on an ABS warning lamp, a non-functioning horn, and all stop lamps inoperative, alongside an advisory for slightly corroded brake discs attributed to lack of use. All of those defects were rectified within 48 hours, suggesting the issues were electrical or minor rather than deep-rooted mechanical failures. The advisory regarding disc corrosion, however, remains a recurring observation worth monitoring. The mileage profile tells a clear story of exceptionally low use. At roughly 1,249 miles per year over 16 years, this i10 has spent significant periods stationary. The record shows 19,170 miles in January 2020, 19,523 in January 2021, 19,901 in January 2022, and then a gap of nearly four years before the October 2025 tests at 19,985. That final jump of just 84 miles between January 2022 and October 2025 confirms the car was barely driven for an extended period. Such prolonged inactivity often accelerates deterioration of rubber components, brake surfaces, and fluid systems far more than steady use would. A buyer should pay particular attention to the braking system during any in-person inspection. The tester specifically noted disc corrosion due to lack of use, a condition where standing for long periods causes surface rust to form unevenly, potentially leading to judder or reduced braking efficiency until the discs clean up. Check the condition of the ABS sensor and wiring as well, given the recent ABS lamp fault, which could point to a corroded connector or sensor ring rather than a failed pump. Inspect all lamp units and the horn wiring for water ingress, as the simultaneous failure of every stop lamp hints at a shared earth or switch issue rather than multiple bulb failures. Beyond the brakes and electrics, focus on rubber bushes, tyre sidewalls, and suspension components. Tyres with plenty of tread but date codes from several years ago may look fine but could have perished internally. Press each corner of the car firmly and listen for clunks from worn suspension bushes, which deteriorate with age regardless of mileage. Finally, inspect the underside for any fresh welding or flaking corrosion on mounting points, as long-term standing in damp conditions can attack structural areas even on a low-mileage city car.