2011 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · LT61 RYX

The Hyundai i10’s MOT history presents a mixed but ultimately concerning picture of maintenance discipline. The most recent test in November 2025—just eight months ago—shows a clean pass at 121,414 miles, yet this followed an immediate failure on the same day for excessive CO emissions, indicating a persistent exhaust system issue. The prior year’s November 2024 test revealed a pattern of neglect: both front tyres were worn to near-legal limits with uneven edge wear, and the offside rear fog lamp was inoperable. This suggests basic upkeep was overlooked, with tyres left until they became unsafe and electrical components ignored. The November 2023 test, meanwhile, showed no defects at all, implying the vehicle was in decent shape until the following year. The trend is not stable—it’s either improving temporarily or deteriorating unpredictably, with critical areas like emissions and tyres fluctuating between compliance and failure. The mileage accumulation of roughly 8,094 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the gaps between tests are irregular. The 2023–2024 interval covers 10,149 miles in just over a year, while the 2024–2025 period adds 7,298 miles in under 12 months, suggesting no extreme driving habits but also no consistent maintenance schedule. The lack of mileage spikes or prolonged inactivity means wear is spread evenly, but the repeated failures on consumables—tyres and lamps—point to a previous owner who deferred routine checks rather than addressing them proactively. For a buyer, the exhaust system demands immediate attention. The CO emissions failure in November 2025 strongly implies a clogged or malfunctioning catalytic converter, a common issue in this model when servicing is neglected. The uneven tyre wear from 2024 suggests alignment or suspension problems, particularly worn suspension bushes or coil springs, which could lead to premature tyre failure or handling issues. The fog lamp failure, while minor, indicates electrical or wiring neglect—something that could extend to other systems if not addressed. A thorough inspection should include a full exhaust system check, suspension component assessment, and verification that all tyres are in balanced condition with no signs of internal damage. The vehicle’s structural integrity appears sound, but the inconsistent maintenance history raises questions about whether deeper issues—such as corrosion in the wheel arches or binding brake calipers—have been ignored.