2012 Hyundai I20 1.2L Petrol · MW62 GWN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recurring pattern of suspension component failure. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 62,781 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle previously failed due to an oil leak, a compromised ball joint dust cover, and a perished offside rear tyre. The repeated failure of suspension arm components across multiple years suggests that the owner only addresses faults when they trigger a failure rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 62,781 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,484 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-use patterns, with only 1,370 miles driven between the December 2023 and December 2024 tests, and another 1,376 miles leading up to January 2026. This low usage often leads to rubber-based components degrading from age, which explains the tyre cracking and perishing noted despite the low tread wear. A buyer must conduct a close physical inspection of the front suspension geometry. The offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and anti-roll bar linkage have appeared as faults in both the 2024 and 2026 records. The inspector should check for play in these joints and signs of torn rubber boots across all corners. The oil leak flagged in January 2026 requires a thorough check to determine if it is a minor weeping gasket seal or a more significant leak, as the tester noted it was not excessive at the time. Ensure the offside rear tyre has been replaced, as the perishing noted indicates structural failure of the rubber compound due to age.