2009 Hyundai I20 1.4L Petrol · LS59 UCG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in November 2025 at 71,588 miles, it failed just four miles prior due to a binding offside rear service brake. The resolution of this binding issue followed by the persistent advisories for pitted front brake discs and worn tyres across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they threaten an MOT pass rather than performing scheduled preventative maintenance. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 71,588 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,211 miles per year. This low usage pattern often leads to age-related degradation of rubber and metal components rather than mechanical wear. Between the October 2023 test at 63,990 miles and the November 2024 test at 68,020 miles, the car covered only 4,030 miles. This slow accumulation likely explains the level of corrosion and pitting observed on the brake hardware noted in the records. A buyer must specifically inspect the braking system, as the record shows consistently worn and scored front brake discs back to 2024. The binding rear caliper identified in late 2025 indicates a potential seized piston or collapsed slider pin that requires thorough inspection. Furthermore, the previous failure regarding anti-roll bar ball joint dust covers in 2023 highlights that the suspension components' rubber perishables may be cracking or perished due to the vehicle's age. Given the low mileage, you should also check for structural rust on the chassis and suspension mounting points, which often affects older vehicles that sit stationary for long periods.