2020 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · LT70 LDC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, as confirmed by the most recent MOT on 2025-10-21 at 34,269 miles, which passed with only one advisory: rear brake pads wearing thin on both sides. This minor issue indicates routine wear but no immediate safety risk, and the absence of defects in the prior two tests suggests consistent upkeep. The pattern shows no worsening mechanical issues over time, with the last major concern being a tyre edge wear recorded three years earlier. The mileage progression reveals an unusually low annual average of approximately 5,712 miles per year since 2020, which is significantly below the UK average for this age group. From 12,023 miles in October 2023 to 26,151 miles in October 2024, the vehicle accumulated just over 14,000 miles in one year—suggesting active use during that period. However, the jump from 26,151 miles to 34,269 miles in just one year (from October 2024 to October 2025) reflects a sharp increase in usage, potentially accelerating wear on brakes, tyres, suspension components, and drivetrain elements. The long gap between the first test and the second may indicate periods of minimal or no use, possibly contributing to uneven wear patterns. Given the history, a buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the rear brake system, including calipers, discs, and pad thickness, as the current pads are already flagged as thin. The front tyres should also be checked for uneven wear, particularly on the offside, as they were near the legal limit in 2023. Suspension bushes, coil springs, and steering linkages should be examined for signs of fatigue or binding, especially given the sudden rise in mileage. Additionally, the exhaust system and underbody should be inspected for corrosion, as prolonged storage or infrequent use can lead to rust development in vulnerable areas such as sills, wheel arches, and floor pans.