2018 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · LT18 UAL

The 2018 Hyundai i10 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a completely clean MOT pass on 26 May 2026 at 42,632 miles with zero defects recorded. That is a notably strong result for a city car approaching eight years of age. The record shows no recurring structural or safety-critical failures in the most recent cycle, which suggests the vehicle has been kept in reasonable mechanical order over the past year. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 5,329 miles per year, placing this i10 well below the UK average annual figure of around 8,000 miles. The progression from 37,960 miles in May 2025 to 42,632 miles in May 2026 represents an increase of 4,672 miles, which is consistent with regular short-to-medium distance use rather than long motorway stints. The record shows no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes that would suggest the vehicle sat unused for extended periods or had its odometer tampered with. Annual testing has been maintained without interruption since at least 2023. The 2025 test on 27 May recorded a minor advisory for binding service brakes on both the nearside and offside rear axles, flagged under item 1.2.1 (f) but noted as not excessive. This is a common issue on small hatchbacks where rear drum brake adjusters can stick or self-adjusters seize, particularly if the car is used predominantly for short urban trips. A buyer should have the rear brakes inspected for seized shoe return springs, sticking wheel cylinders, or corroded adjuster mechanisms. The 2023 advisory on 26 May regarding perished or cracked tyres on all four wheels is a consumable wear item and not a structural concern, though it does indicate the previous owner deferred basic tyre replacement. A hands-on inspection should check for uneven wear patterns that could point to tracking or suspension bush wear, particularly at the front lower arms and rear beam bushes common on this platform. The 2024 failure on 3 May for an inoperative rear fog lamp switch was a simple electrical defect resolved before the retest just five days later on 8 May. No further electrical or lighting faults have appeared since. Overall, the MOT record paints a picture of a lightly used small car with no serious recurring defects. A prospective buyer should still verify the condition of the exhaust system for corrosion, check the subframe and suspension mounting points for rust given the vehicle's age, and confirm that the rear brakes are operating freely without drag or uneven effort side to side.