2009 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · MW09 STX

This 2009 Hyundai i20 has passed all five MOT tests on record, but the most recent result from September 2025 reveals a clear and worsening tyre wear pattern that demands immediate attention before purchase. The vehicle's tyre condition has deteriorated significantly over the past year. In August 2024, both front tyres were flagged as worn close to the legal limit with edge wear. By September 2025, the same defect has migrated to both rear tyres, also worn close to the legal limit with edge wear. This progression suggests either aggressive driving style, poor wheel alignment, or a combination of both. The fact that wear has moved from front to rear within twelve months is a red flag for suspension geometry or tracking problems. At 92,243 miles over seventeen years, this car has covered roughly 5,426 miles annually—well below average. Low mileage can indicate light use and less mechanical stress, but it can also mean extended periods of standing, which brings its own risks: brake fluid degradation, fuel system varnish, battery discharge cycles, and rubber component hardening. The jump from 75,737 miles in August 2024 to 92,243 miles in September 2025 represents 16,506 miles in twelve months, a significant increase compared to the vehicle's historical average. This sudden spike in usage, combined with the tyre wear pattern, suggests the car may have been driven harder recently or the alignment has been neglected.