2011 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · LS11 MVK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive ownership. While it passed its latest MOT in April 2024 at 106,928 miles, this followed a failure just two days prior for a binding rear brake and multiple lighting issues. The recurring nature of failures between 2021 and 2024 suggests that the owner only addresses defects when necessitated by the testing process rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. At 106,928 miles, the car has averaged approximately 7,100 miles per year, which is consistent with typical 15-year-old usage. However, there is a significant jump in usage noted between March 2022 (91,643 miles) and March 2023 (101,352 miles), where nearly 10,000 miles were covered in a year. This increased activity coincides with a sharp decline in condition, including multiple tyre failures, structural bulges, and oil leaks that appeared during the 2023 tests. A buyer must specifically inspect the rear braking system and suspension, as the record shows a history of binding calipers and fluctuating brakes between 2023 and 2024. The 2022 failure for a rough nearside front wheel bearing indicates that components should be checked for continued play or noise. Furthermore, the oil leak noted in 2023 requires a close visual inspection to ensure it has not worsened into a significant engine gasket or seal failure. Given the history of perishing tyres and structural bulges, the current state of all rubber components and tyres should be verified for age cracking or damage.