2018 Hyundai I10 1.0L Petrol · MV18 UXC

The Hyundai i10 holds a valid MOT passed on 3 June 2026 at 67,090 miles, yet the maintenance trend over the preceding twelve months is clearly worsening. The most recent failure on 29 May 2026 saw the tester flag thin rear brake pads, worn and pitted rear discs, both front tyres worn to the legal limit, and a missing offside steering rack gaiter. These faults were rectified before the pass four days later, but the clustering of four distinct issues at a single test points to a vehicle that had been running with deferred maintenance rather than receiving regular upkeep. The pattern is not one of steady deterioration but of neglect followed by reactive fixes. The mileage progression is broadly consistent with the vehicle's age, sitting at roughly 8,400 miles per year. The jump from 52,044 miles in May 2024 to 63,171 miles in May 2025 represents about 11,100 miles in that single year, a modest increase that may reflect a change of use or a new owner putting more miles on the car. The subsequent rise to 67,090 miles by June 2026 adds a further 3,900 miles, which is lighter but still within a normal range. There are no alarming gaps in the record, and the annual testing pattern suggests the car has been kept on the road without long periods of inactivity. The recurring theme across multiple tests is brake and tyre wear appearing earlier than expected for the mileage. Rear brake pads and discs were flagged as worn or pitted in May 2025 and again in May 2026, while the May 2025 failure also exposed front pads below 1.5 mm and significantly worn front discs. A buyer should inspect the entire braking system for uneven wear, check whether the rear calipers are binding, and verify that the front discs were replaced after the 2025 failure rather than merely skimmed. The repeated advisory on both front tyres being worn close to the legal limit and on the edge suggests possible tracking issues or suspension bush wear, so a close inspection of the front suspension geometry and wheel alignment is warranted. The missing steering rack gaiter flagged in May 2026 is a concern because a gaiter left unreplaced allows dirt and moisture into the rack, accelerating wear and potentially leading to costly steering failure. A buyer should confirm this was replaced and check for any play or roughness in the steering.