2009 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · MF59 UMK

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding corrosion and rubber component degradation. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 123,135 miles passed, it flagged multiple defects including perishing tyres and persistent corrosion on both the offside and nearside rear brake pipes. This brake pipe issue has appeared in the 2025 and 2023 tests, suggesting that while the components currently meet the standard, the underlying oxidation is not being addressed or treated. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 123,135 miles represents a consistent average of approximately 7,200 miles per year. The data shows steady usage patterns, with only 576 miles driven between the March 2025 and 2026 tests, and another 436 miles between March 2024 and March 2025. This low annual mileage often explains the presence of age-related failures such as the cracking tyres and perished CV boots noted, as these parts suffer from time and environmental exposure rather than mileage-based wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The 2024 failure revealed an excessively worn offside front ball joint, play in the rack joints, and movement in the MacPherson struts, which indicates the steering and suspension components are nearing their end. The recurring reports of binding rear brakes in 2023 and corroded brake pipes thereafter necessitate a check for seized calipers and fluid line integrity. Furthermore, the oil leak noted in both 2023 and 2024 requires visual confirmation to ensure it is not originating from a failing engine seal or valve cover gasket.