2018 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · LT18 UAR

The Hyundai i10 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, with the most recent MOT conducted on 26 February 2026 at 8,058 miles resulting in a pass. The tester flagged advisories for cracking or perishing on the nearside front, offside front, and offside rear tyres under item 5.2.3 (d) (ii). These are minor rubber deterioration items rather than dangerous structural or mechanical failures. The preceding pass on 5 March 2025 at 5,428 miles was entirely clean, and no recurring mechanical or structural defects appear across the full record. The only historic failure occurred on 15 February 2023 at 4,119 miles, where the tester recorded misaligned front windscreen washer jets failing to deliver sufficient fluid. That defect was rectified on the same day, and no washer-related fault has reappeared since. There is no evidence of worsening corrosion, suspension deterioration, brake faults, or emissions non-compliance at any point. The mileage profile is unusually low for an eight-year-old vehicle. Between the first recorded test on 15 February 2023 at 4,119 miles and the most recent on 26 February 2026 at 8,058 miles, the car accumulated just 3,939 miles over a three-year span, averaging roughly 1,313 miles per year. The jump from 5,428 miles in March 2025 to 8,058 miles in February 2026 accounts for 2,630 miles in under twelve months, which is a notable increase compared to the prior annual rate but still remains well below typical usage for the vehicle's age. The overall lifetime average sits at approximately 1,007 miles per year, indicating the car has spent extended periods stationary. Prolonged inactivity is the most likely cause of the tyre perishing flagged in February 2026, as rubber compounds degrade with age and ozone exposure regardless of tread depth or mileage. A buyer should inspect all four tyres in person, checking the date stamps on the sidewalls to determine whether the current set predates the February 2026 advisory. Tyres older than six years, even with adequate tread, warrant replacement regardless of the MOT outcome. The wheel arches and sills should be examined for surface corrosion or structural rust, as vehicles that stand for long periods can develop moisture-related corrosion in hidden areas. The suspension bushes, coil springs, and shock absorbers deserve attention too, since infrequent use can cause bush perishing and seal degradation that a standard MOT does not always capture. The braking system should be tested for binding calipers or uneven disc wear, conditions that develop when a car sits unused for extended stretches. A short road test will confirm whether the clutch, gearbox, and engine respond cleanly under load, particularly given the unusually low mileage that may mask internal engine or drivetrain issues from prolonged static storage.