2010 Hyundai I10 1.2L Petrol · MT59 ADV

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing mechanical wear. While it passed the most recent test in October 2025 at 54,899 miles, the tester identified play in the nearside steering rack inner joints and an offside front tyre worn to the limit. This marks a departure from the clean record in 2024, suggesting that components are now reaching the end of their service life and require attention. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,400 miles per year. There is a significant data gap of eight years between November 2016 and November 2024, during which the car covered only 3,707 miles. This pattern suggests the vehicle sat stationary for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals despite the low mechanical mileage recorded. The recent increase of 7,641 miles over the last year indicates a more recent increase in the frequency of use. A buyer must inspect the steering system specifically to ensure the play in the inner rack joints has not progressed into a more expensive failure. The history shows a recurring issue with tyre wear, noting a bald inner edge in 2015 and edge-wear in 2025, which points to a persistent alignment problem or worn suspension bushes that have not been addressed. Additionally, given the long periods of likely inactivity, a physical inspection should check for brake corrosion on the discs and seized calipers, as these are common issues in low-mileage vehicles that sit unused.