2011 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · LT61 RYV

This 2011 Hyundai i10 passed its most recent MOT in February 2025, but only after failing three days earlier with a dangerously low tyre, a dead sidelight, and the same brake issues that were noted on the pass certificate. The pattern here is clear: the car is entering a phase where front brake components, tyres, and basic maintenance items need regular attention. The mechanical trend is worsening. In 2024 the failures were a registration plate lamp, a contaminated brake fluid, and two tyres near or below the legal limit. By early 2025 the faults escalated to include binding front brakes, thin brake pads on both sides, and a tyre so worn it failed the test. This suggests the previous owner was running repairs to the minimum legal standard rather than staying ahead of wear. The mileage of roughly 7,500 miles per year is typical for a 15-year-old car and does not signal abuse or prolonged standing. However, the pattern of worn tyres and neglected brake fluid indicates a history of deferred maintenance rather than hard use. The car has been driven enough to wear components, but not enough to suggest severe mechanical stress. A buyer should first inspect the front brake pads and discs for thickness and scoring, and check whether the offside front brake is still binding.