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2009 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · MT59 TNK

MT59 TNK

2009 Hyundai I20 (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2009. Recorded mileage 64,138 miles. MOT valid until 23 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
HYUNDAI I20
Year / Origin
2009 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 23 Dec 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
Recorded Mileage
64,138 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 23 Dec 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2009
Engine
1248cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle's overall roadworthiness status is currently non-roadworthy , based on the most recent MOT test of 2025-12-24 at 64,138 miles. This assessment is predicated on the fact that the test has been worsening since the previous failed entry of 2025-12-16 at 64,127 miles. The progression from an unpassable 2025-12-16 record to a passed 2025-12-24 test indicates a clear trend of deterioration, with the most recent failure occurring just two weeks prior to the current inspection. The mileage pattern shows significant inconsistency relative to the vehicle's age of 17 years. While the total mileage of 64,138 miles is low, this does not account for the gap between the failed 2025-12-16 test and the passing 2025-12-24 test. The rapid acceleration in mileage since the first failure suggests that the vehicle has likely accumulated wear on critical components without adequate maintenance, potentially leading to a premature failure of the most recent diagnostic check. Consequently, the vehicle presents significant structural integrity and mechanical risks , as evidenced by the recurring faults in the most recent test. The tester flagged binding rear brakes, a battery that is insecure but not likely to fall from the carrier, and a front brake disc that is pitted or scored. These findings indicate that the vehicle has been subjected to consumable wear that has not been adequately addressed, leaving the suspension, drivetrain, and braking system vulnerable to future catastrophic failure.
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MT59 TNK Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/12/2025
  • 64,138 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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MT59 TNK MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Jun 2026, 10:46
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Hyundai I20 (MT59 TNK) between December 2023 and December 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 24 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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MT59 TNK Mileage History

  1. 16/12/202361,671 mi
  2. 22/12/202361,679 mi+8 mi
  3. 21/12/202462,914 mi+1,235 mi
  4. 16/12/202564,127 mi+1,213 mi
  5. 24/12/202564,138 mi+11 mi

Average of roughly 1,220 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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