2016 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · ML66 EXJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in September 2025 at 64,758 miles passed with minor advisories regarding a deteriorated registration plate and a nail in the offside rear tyre. This follows a period in late 2024 where the car failed due to parking brake inefficiency and electrical faults. While the vehicle passed its latest test, the recurring failures suggest the owner only addresses defects once they trigger an inspection failure. The mileage profile is consistent with low-use urban driving, averaging approximately 6,500 miles per year over the ten-year lifespan. The record shows a gap of 8,847 miles between the September 2023 and September 2024 tests, and another 8,418 miles covered leading into the most recent MOT. This low annual mileage generally reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and suspension components, though the long intervals between tests can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and brake fluid if the vehicle has sat for extended periods. A buyer must specifically inspect the offside front seat belt webbing, which was flagged as a failure in 2024 and noted as a worsening condition. Frayed webbing is a structural safety risk that often requires replacement of the entire assembly rather than a repair. Additionally, the parking brake failed the efficiency test in 2024; a physical test is necessary to ensure the mechanism is properly adjusted and the cables are not seized or stretched. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for corrosion on the underbody and exhaust system is also advisable, as low mileage does not prevent environmental rust.